Fire Alarm Project Manager

About the role

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930, and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of fire alarm projects—from planning and execution to closeout
• Develops budgets, timelines, and ensures progress to plan, as well as tracking critical project achievements
• Create and maintain project files
• Manage project scheduling
• Manage the project financials
• Ensure planned results are achieved on time and within budget
• Manage the process of sourcing, evaluating, and estimating selected bid opportunities
• Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment
• Works with vendors and team to establish and achieve goals
• Manage, coordinate, and delegate activities through team resources
• Uphold high standards of quality and professionalism
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign
• Ensure compliance with company and OSHA safety standards

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in the physical security industry as a technician/engineer/manager
• 3-4 years of project management experience; must have a proven record of managing the budget, schedule, and full lifecycle of fire alarm projects
• Experience with Access Control and CCTV systems
• Ability to estimate fire alarm projects with little supervision
• Review architectural and engineering drawings to coordinate all physical security installations
• Strong understanding of business operations and budgeting
• Impeccable organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments required
• Has experience managing projects as a Project Manager or Field Manager
• Manufacturer certifications preferred (not required): Honeywell, Bosch, Lenel, S2, or Genetec
• High energy and a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and customer service skills
• Highly proficient with the use of a personal computer, including email, spreadsheets, and database Microsoft Office programs

Skills

• Fire/Burglary Alarm experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or other related major or equivalent experience
• Experience working on IT-related projects is a plus
• Experience working with Service Now
• Project Management Professional Certification

Benefits

We value relationships and invest in our employees. Benefits Package: Company Paid! Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits, Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

On-site in Lowell, AR (not hybrid or remote). Requires in-office presence 5 days a week

Location

On-site in Lowell, AR (not hybrid or remote)

Additional Details

Occasional travel required. Must be willing to travel a few times a quarter to meet with customers