Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager plans and coordinates projects to meet overall goals and serves as the primary contact with contractors or owners.

Responsibilities

• Review shop drawings, contract drawings, specifications, and applicable standards to determine appropriate installation methods.
• Generate proposals for change orders, as assigned.
• Determine labor requirements, prepare schedules, and track changes.
• Order and track material, equipment, tools, and other necessary items based on design and/or contract needs.
• Review project timelines to ensure alignment with the project budget.
• Monitor overall project progress and prepare job records.
• Generate proposals for change orders, RFIs, ASIs, and MCRs; communicate approved items into organizational systems or to designated representatives for processing.
• Ensure employees follow all relevant safety standards and procedures in accordance with SFP standards.
• Meet with AHJs, contractors, owners, architects, and other design professionals on project progress.
• Perform a formal project review with the Fire Alarm Manager weekly, or as requested.
• Assist support staff and facilitate closeout documents, including O&Ms, and review as‑built drawings for accuracy.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: High School diploma, technical or related experience and/or training (required). NICET III ITM Water‑based systems and/or NICET Level IV Fire Alarm (preferred).
• Experience, Knowledge, and Skill Requirements: 5 years industry experience (required). Successful experience leading multiple projects with profitable outcomes and customer communication (preferred). Mechanical aptitude (preferred). Basic and advanced math skills (required).
• Communication Skills: Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
• Systems and Software Skills: Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office (required).
• Other Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record (required). Must comply with SFS’s drug and alcohol policy and background‑screening requirements, which may include customer‑specific contractual requirements.

Physical & Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
• Physical requirements include prolonged sitting, occasional bending, kneeling, balancing, lifting <20 lb, walking, standing, ascending/descending stairs, driving, twisting, and reaching above and below shoulders.
• Work environment is primarily indoor office settings, both alone and with others; occasional outdoor work may involve exposure to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long‑term disability – employer paid
• Short‑term disability – employer paid
• Additional voluntary ancillary benefits such as accident and hospital indemnity
• Life insurance for team members and dependents
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

About Us

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full‑service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security. We offer design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance to customers across many verticals on local, regional, and national scales. With more than 70 locations in over 20 states, we are recognized for service excellence and quality work performed by a talented installation workforce. We support trade skills and workforce development through recognized apprenticeships and on‑the‑job training programs, and we encourage professional growth by offering reimbursement for career‑advancing certifications such as NICET.

Core Values

• PASSIONATE about life safety
• INTEGRITY – Do the right thing
• PARTNERSHIP with customers and community
• OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE – Do things right