Fire Alarm Project Manager Data Center

IES Commercial, Inc. - Commercial & Industrial Division

$80K — $95K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of fire alarm project management experience in mission-critical environments
  • Proficient in low-voltage systems like Fire Alarm, DAS, Access Control, and Building Management
  • Experience managing full fire alarm installation process from submittals to turnover
  • Skilled at interpreting electrical schematics and codes such as NFPA 70, 72, and 101
  • Ability to coordinate with local inspectors and authorities
  • Familiarity with construction documentation tools like Procore or MS Project
  • NICET Level II certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Oversee fire alarm system installations for mission-critical projects nationwide
  • Coordinate efforts with teams, subcontractors, vendors, and authorities for compliance
  • Manage fire alarm scope from preconstruction through commissioning
  • Regularly interface with Project Management Team to track project progress
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and local safety policies
  • Prepare for travel to various project sites and work in active field environments

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid holidays and time off
  • Highly competitive pay
Full Job Description
IES Commercial, Inc. - DBA IES Electrical, seeking full-time Fire Alarm Project Manager - Data Center in Chester, Virginia. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the fire alarm scope across multiple mission-critical projects, including planning, submittals, procurement, installation, testing, and turnover. Ensures compliance with applicable codes, project schedules, and safety standards as primary point of contact for all fire alarm-related executions.

Job Summary

  • Planning, execution, and management of fire alarm system installations for mission critical projects across the U.S.
  • Coordinates with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and authorities to ensure compliance with design specifications, code requirements, and schedule expectations
  • Manages the fire alarm scope from preconstruction through final commissioning
  • Interfaces regularly with the Project Management Team to track progress, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with project goals
  • Ensures all work is performed in accordance with NFPA standards, local AHJ requirements, and IES Safety policies
  • Position requires travel to project sites and extended time working in the field

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years experience fire alarm project management on mission critical electrical projects
  • 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
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong leadership and organizational abilities
  • Ability to travel as required
  • Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check, and MVR check when responsibilities require operating motor vehicles.

Benefits: Exceptional benefits including 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact IES Commercial & Industrial Division Human Resources at
Phone: (305) 887-5137.

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