Project Manager, Fire Alarm System Design - Code Red Consultants : Job Details

Code Red Consultants is seeking an experienced and highly organized Project Manager who is passionate about fire alarm systems. In this role, you will manage projects, foster client/AHJ relationships, and provide technical direction on complex fire alarm and mass notification projects. If you have 7+ years of fire alarm system design experience, strong project management skills, a desire to have an immediate impact with clients, and work collaboratively with a highly respected team, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Learn more about our firm at: www.coderedconsultants.com. Key Responsibilities Include: Project Management:

• Effective Communication: Engage with project team members, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure clear, consistent communication throughout all project phases.
• Proposal Development & Scoping: Draft compelling proposals, develop detailed project scopes and prepare accurate project pricing, balancing technical requirements with business objectives.
• Project Management: Take ownership of project budgets and schedules, ensuring they are managed effectively. Adapt and adjust plans as necessary to keep projects on track.
• Contract Review: Collaborate with senior Project Managers and Team Leads to review and understand contracts, ensuring compliance and clarity.
• Proactive Leadership: Independently plan and advance project deliverables, leveraging junior resources and peer perspectives to drive success.
• Analytical Planning: Create comprehensive Project Charters at the start of each project and adjust them periodically based on detailed analysis of milestones versus actual performance.
• Mentorship & Training: Provide mentorship and training to supporting staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring project success.
• Financial Management: Utilize project-based accounting software to manage prospects, opportunities, and projects. Oversee bill reviews, invoice processing, and accounts receivable follow-ups with precision

Technical Production:

• Deliver Technical Expertise: Independently and efficiently deliver high-quality technical deliverables in areas of specialization, ensuring minimal rework.
• Design & Engineering: Design fire alarm and mass notification systems, and prepare technical reports, specifications, design drawings, and presentations with a focus on distinction and efficiency.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Mentor and collaborate with team members to enhance technical skills and ensure the success of the team.
• Regulatory Compliance: Review design and construction submittals for compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring that all technical aspects meet the necessary standards.
• Site Surveys & Inspections: Conduct site surveys to inspect and evaluate building features and systems, providing detailed assessments and recommendations.
• Third-Party Reviews: Perform third-party reviews of design work products completed by others on behalf of local municipalities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality.

External Client Interface:

• Project Leadership: Lead project execution, ensuring that all deliverables and communications align with client expectations.
• Client Experience: Deliver projects in a manner that provides an exceptional and targeted client experience.
• Primary Point of Contact: Serve as the main point of contact on assigned projects, managing day-to-day communication, and responding promptly to client emails and calls.
• Meeting Contribution: Attend and contribute significantly at project meetings with contractors, owners, and authorities having jurisdiction to review design strategies and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection, Electrical/Mechanical/Electromechanical Engineering, Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology, or similar degree from an accredited college or university (or equivalent combination of education and work experience).
  • A professional engineering license is preferred.
  • As an alternative, a NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification will be considered.
• 7+ years' experience designing, programming, commissioning or inspecting fire alarm systems (or equivalent combination of education and related work experience).
• Knowledge of relevant fire and life safety codes, regulations and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects from start to finish, with a track record of delivering on time and within budget.
• The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with strong technical acumen, adept at managing multiple tasks, and capable of driving projects forward independently while mentoring junior staff.
• Experienced with AutoCAD and/or Revit.

Work Environment/Schedule: Professional office, field/project sites and remote office work. At least 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday - hybrid/flexible work schedule. Occasionally, work includes some off hours (early morning or evening) and weekend hours as required. Code Red Consultants offers an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, profit sharing plan, discretionary quarterly bonuses, retirement benefits, health/dental insurance, casual work environment, and flexible work schedule. Code Red Consultants is an equal opportunity employer.