Project Manager - Fire Alarm

About the role

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Manager in Richmond, Virginia. The role involves overseeing all aspects of the fire alarm scope across multiple projects, including planning, submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and turnover, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, project schedules, and safety standards while serving as the primary point of contact for fire alarm-related execution on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and management of fire alarm system installation for projects
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and authorities to ensure compliance with design specifications, code requirements, and schedule expectations
• Manage the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through final commissioning
• Interface regularly with the Project Management Team to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project goals
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with NFPA standards, local AHJ requirements, and IES safety policies
• Travel to project sites as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of fire alarm project management experience
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage systems including Fire Alarm, DAS, Access Control, and Building Management Systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage all phases of fire alarm installation including submittals, material procurement, installation oversight, coordination with testing agencies, and final turnover
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, and code references including NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101
• Experience coordinating with local inspectors and Authorities having jurisdiction
• Proficient in construction documentation and scheduling tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or equivalent
• NICET Level II certification or higher preferred
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future need for employer sponsorship

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities
• Ability to travel as needed
• Successfully pass pre-employment background check and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles