Fire Protection Project Manager and Designer

Grunau Fire • Oak Creek, Wisconsin, United States • $85,000 - $110,000 / year • 1m ago

At Grunau Fire, we are dedicated to providing exceptional fire protection solutions that safeguard lives and properties. With a legacy of excellence spanning decades, our team is committed to delivering top-tier services, including fire sprinkler systems, alarms, and maintenance. Our success is built on a foundation of innovation, quality craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction. As we continue to grow and expand our services, we seek passionate and skilled professionals to join our team and contribute to our mission of ensuring safety and peace of mind for our clients. If you are driven by excellence and ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore the opportunities available at Grunau Fire.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Fire Protection Project Manager and Designer to support our team in Oak Creek, WI. In this role you will design, coordinate, and project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.

Job Responsibilities

Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
Perform hydraulic calculations
Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations
Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
Conduct long range project planning and scheduling
Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
Directly manage field labor force of assigned project to assure maximum productivity
Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project
Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project
Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
Make sure change orders/change estimates are completed in timely manner
Monitor project billings for accuracy and maintenance of a positive cash flow
Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
Forecast future manpower requirements
Oversee work of subcontractors
Ensure work complies with codes and permits
Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests
Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices

Job Qualifications

Construction Management degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
NICET certification required. Either “In Training”, or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified.
Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of fire sprinkler design and project management experience
Supervisory experience is a plus
Three years experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design is required
Detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
Willing to coordinate and work well with others
Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal
Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

As part of the DU Family of Companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Why Choose DU Family of Companies?

Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.
Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.
Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.
Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.
Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: \"To protect what people value most.\"

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.