Fire & Security Systems Construction Manager

Overview

Lead fire alarm & security system projects, manage team, safety, commissioning, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• resource scheduling
• system commissioning
• fire systems
• quality control
• safety audits
• cost management

Tasks

-Accountable for proper scheduling and utilization of employees within the team -Find opportunities to interact with customers to assess how team is performing, incorporate feedback into department ways of working. -Assist PMs in the scheduling or forecasting of construction projects. -Develop and conduct subcontractor training to help them learn and understand design drawings. -Perform regular site visits and 1:1 meeting with direct reports. -Ensure direct reports are properly equipped with tools and safety PPE required to perform their responsibilities on customer sites. -Establish training plans for all employees and encourage them to keep their training up to date. -Stay informed of new developments in field tools and technology and apply them to projects or business processes as required. -Coordinate resources to complete successful start-up and commissioning of the systems to the end user. -Participate in pre-bid reviews and Sales-to-Operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout. -Manage key performance indicators/measures on behalf of Operations Manager -Manage a team in relation to complex fire alarm systems, security, access, CCTV, and low voltage systems. -Ensure all permits and licenses are secured for each assigned project. -Perform annual and midyear performance reviews for employees. Establish performance goals for employees. -Propagate new installation, safety, and commissioning ideas within department/branch. -Assist sales personnel in review of project cost estimates, assist in creation of sales stage deliverables. -Ensures the group meets company gross profit objectives through field productivity, scheduling, and controlling costs. -Lead quality control and safety audit activity for department or branch, approve audits performed by others. -Contribute to departmental or branch strategic planning. -Coach and mentor direct reports through daily construction and commissioning questions and share best practices. -Manage the process of receiving documentation, scheduling, and conducting sales release meetings.

Requirements

• nfpa
• fire alarm
• engineering degree
• leadership
• 10+ yrs
• commissioning

What You Bring

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. The individual in this role has 10+ years of experience in this industry and a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role, leading activity of other project team members on-site, or direct management of employees in a prior managerial role. They already possess the knowledge of advanced understanding of the Fire Alarm and Security industry, as well as Safety and Commissioning processes and best practices. Individual demonstrates excellent customer service and leadership skills. As a manager, will interview, hire, train, mentor, evaluate, and when necessary, terminate operations personnel or make related recommendations. Responsible for the administration of company policies including safety, utilization, tools, and training/development. This position is also responsible for managing operations personnel in accordance with company HR policies and procedures. This position typically reports into an Operations Manager. -Excellent contracting skills and an understanding of job financial reports -Strong leadership, presentation, and listening skills. -Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred, however, candidates with extensive experience along with a High School Diploma or state-recognized GED, will also be considered. -Knowledgeable in local and national (NFPA) codes and regulations -Strong knowledge and understanding of industry applications; ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams. -Technical experience and project/construction management in the commercial fire alarm and life safety industry; 10+ years preferred.

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Benefits

€36 billion global revenue+13% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

About Schneider Electric

-Evolved from a steel and armaments business into a leading digital energy solutions provider. -Pioneered programmable logic controllers and circuit breakers, growing through iconic acquisitions like Square D and APC. -Typical projects include intelligent buildings, smart factories, resilient infrastructure, and future-proof data centres without specific numerical data. -Its EcoStruxure platform delivers AI-enabled digital twins and lifecycle management. -Expertise spans electrification, automation, digitization, smart industries, buildings, and data centre cooling. -Unusual ventures include offshore cruise-ship charging systems and innovative tax-credit swaps to fund solar projects.

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