Project Manager

About the role

Judd Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Project Manager to lead our fire sprinkler projects. As a Fire Sprinkler Project Manager, you'll oversee fire protection projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for the management of multiple projects for current and/or future installations of Fire Sprinkler and/or other specialty systems assigned.
• Oversee project progression from inception to completion including design, permits, material delivery, labor planning, field installation, etc.
• Ensure proper documentation throughout the project’s lifecycle including RFIs, letters of transmittals, permits, change orders, final closeout requirements, etc.
• Effectively communicate project progress, issues and financial status of projects.
• Analysis and preparation of billings within project scope to maintain a positive cash flow.
• Recognize and assist with Change Order research and development.
• Provide in-house estimates and proposals as needed.
• Proactive in recognizing and managing risks and actively participating in creative solutions.
• Ensure the safety protocols are being implemented and are following both company and project requirements.
• Understand the project scope and complete jobs within budget and on schedule.
• Review and update job status and cost to completion, at least once per month, and more often on active projects.
• Participate in meetings with contracts administration, field supervision and engineering departments to review all on-going projects.
• Assist with the project schedule to properly complete all phases of work including installation and final certification testing.
• Understand and follow all adopted codes and standards to ensure work is performed in compliance with all state, local and Federal legal requirements.
• Follow industry standard project management procedures and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Must obtain and retain any specific product certifications and/or licenses that are required by National, State or Local codes

Requirements

• Experienced: 3-5+ years in construction project management, preferably in fire protection, or comparable experience in fire sprinkler design/engineering.
• NICET certifications a plus.
• Strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems including local and national code requirements.
• Ideal individuals must be technically inclined, good written and verbal communication skills, energetic, self-motivated, dependable to work under little or no supervision and demonstrate job stability and eagerness to learn.
• Individuals with experience in the construction field and/or knowledgeable in the fire sprinkler or fire alarm industry are highly encouraged to apply.
• Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:
  • climbing up or down ladders
  • occasional lifting up to 50lbs
  • stairs
  • scaffolding
  • ramps and the like