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$40K - 70K a year
Oversee project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control for fire system installations.
Requires technical knowledge of fire alarm systems, NFPA codes, NICET certifications, and Texas fire alarm licenses, which are not present in your background.
Description: Objective Project Manager is involved with the design, production, programming, testing, field service, and training of Engineered Fire Systems. Responsibilities • Review job information on new jobs. • Confirm the job package is complete with site code, discounts, etc. • Confirm that there is a clear understanding of the scope of work. • Contact the customer to follow up after initial introduction from Coordinator. • Review equipment list for compatibility and completeness. • Review the location of critical equipment (control panels, annunciators, etc.) • Obtain a copy of the Specs and read it thoroughly. • Review Drawings and Jobsite. (Fire Marshal Approved Against Wilson Fire Equipment’s) • Confirm location of critical equipment (inquire w/client if necessary). • Confirm any variations in design from quote or estimate in the Turnover Meeting if there are any cost implications. Turnover Meeting involves Sales, Engineer and Project Manager. • Confirm all necessary specification and code compliance requirements (hardhat, steel toe, etc.), parking restrictions, working hours, prevailing wage, billing requirements, etc. • Confirm job schedule with client, if you have not received it from Project Coordinator. Critical dates in must be in writing. • Approve Budget in a timely manner, typically a 24HR Turnover. • Determine and maintain project scheduling. • Maintain weekly contact with your customer. • Layout preliminary schedule of installation showing rough-in, wire pull, device installation, start-up, and final test. • Attend jobsite meetings when applicable. • Get critical contact names and phone numbers such as electrical foreman, general contractor, etc. • Visit jobsite at least once a week prior to WFE manning the job to keep up to date on job progress. • Ensure that permit is obtained where required. • Requisition project materials for the job. • Plan Ahead • Estimate and order materials for installation. • Request purchases of projects as to “Just in Time” in order to improve cash flow. • Coordinate with warehouse manager to stage equipment for job. • Coordinate any changes in design or delivery with client prior to any changes. Also, notify any addicted WFE employee of the changes. • Schedule Manpower • Daily scheduling of work force • in-house with other Project Managers and Project Coordinator • Scheduling subcontractor work. • Oversee quality standards of subcontractors. • Approving Subcontract Cost • Forecast installation requirements-adjust work force as needed. • Fill out and approve time sheets every Monday • Work overtime as approved (by Installation Manager) and necessary to meet job deadlines. • Production • Supervise and/or install system in a cost effective but quality manner. • Maintain accurate job file including all correspondence, change orders, and up to date as-built drawings. • Perform programming of system as needed, verifying that system will meet all code and specification requirements. • Perform preliminary test and final test with AHJ and/or customer. • Certify system as required by the State of Texas and local AHJ. • Schedule and Perform customer training of the system as necessary. (With service tech) • Turn in all as-built drawings, signed FMLs to Installation Admin Staff, programming disc., signoff sheets to Installation Manger at jobs end and update Navision/PM Sheet accordingly. • Administration • Track all in-progress jobs in PM Sheets • Submittal Package to Customer • Track labor and equipment costs for job. • Track equipment order deliveries and notify PM • Coordinate returned equipment for credit from manufacturer. • Submit billing information to accounting • Log bad equipment and list what’s wrong with it per job. Have warehouse manager sign it. • Review job file at the end of the job for unpaid invoices. • Close out; final payment and retainage, warranty letters, etc. • Tools • Keep jobsite tools and equipment secure. • Maintain an accurate tool list for each individual Field Employee. • WFE Company Trucks (Project Managers and Technicians) • Maintain a clean vehicle at ALL times • Have all maintenance performed when needed such as tire rotation, oil changes, repairs, etc. • Current with Monthly Truck Audits – log any damages right away • Miscellaneous • Maintain good relationships with various contractors and customers • Bring job in at under budget. • Look for ways to improve WFE’s efficacy and profit margin. Requirements: Technical Requirements • Working knowledge of general industrial controls. • Knowledgeable of industry manufacturers, distributors, and products. • Be proficient in the use of computer programs: Windows, Microsoft Excel, Word. • Excellent Organization skills • Proficient in the understanding of NFPA 72, 12, 12A, 2001, the various building codes, and other applicable industry codes. • Nicet Level II in “Fire Alarm Systems” • Nicet Level II in “Special Hazards” • State of Texas Fire Alarm Technician’s License • State of Texas Class A Extinguisher License.
This job posting was last updated on 12/17/2025