Fire Install Manager

About the role

The primary function of this position is to manage the Electronic Fire Alarm and Security delivery process, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction while maximizing operational efficiencies, controlling costs within the district and meeting corporate financial goals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with sales to analyze customer requirements and contractual obligations, determining the best possible Johnson Controls, Inc. application.
• Responsible for executing the best solution for total customer satisfaction, including maintaining effective two-way communication with the customer from the initial order point to the warranty period.
• Provide the highest quality delivery at the lowest possible cost, operating within an approved financial plan which includes direct costs, indirect costs, accounts receivable and profitability.
• Oversee the support activity associated with the submittal process, engineering, technical support, installation schematics, equipment delivery, outside purchasing, scheduling, labor planning and business issues such as, bonds, insurance and approvals.
• Interface with service department to ensure seamless project turnover.
• Manage all installation requirements including material purchasing, project scheduling, with fiscal responsibility, installing through SimplexGrinnell installer or subcontractor management in accordance with company policy in a cost-efficient manner.
• Manage the technical installation support activity including programming and operating systems according to customer specifications and applicable code requirements.
• Ensure effective performance measurements are assigned and employees are motivated to achieve and exceed objectives in a professional, timely and quality manner.
• Cook up with and support the sales representatives in order to better serve the customer, grow the business and ultimately increase the sales volume per sales representative.
• Empower, organize, and develop local installation staff into a cohesive and effective team trained and motivated to grow the business.
• Identify quality individuals who possess the necessary skills, knowledge, talent, and experience to fill open job positions.
• Train and develop district's abilities to meet current and future business needs.
• Maintain an open channel of communications among all departments and personnel to ensure consistent dialogue, foster initiative, and maintain employee morale.
• Ensure all employees comply with corporate safety programs and that employee safety training is complete and up to date.
• Complete all workplace accident investigations as required by the company's EH&S policy.
• Identify safety issues and hazards and notify the corporate safety officer of conditions that require corrective action.
• Absorb and abide by Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, as well as all Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Preferred Minimum (7) seven years experience in management of district operation activities and fire sprinkler industry experience.
• Electronic Fire Alarm and Security Operations Leadership experience preferred.
• Previous P&L management experience a plus.
• Associate degree, preferably in a business or engineering discipline.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend financial statements.
• Ability to read and negotiate terms for standard construction contracts.

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills, along with effective writing, speaking and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated management/leadership abilities to include training, team building, presentation and negotiation skills, branch administration and effective interaction with customer/company management.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state and federal codes required.
• Proficient with MS Office as well as online systems.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one
Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one