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.
