Alert Alarm Field Project Manager
About The Position
Alert Alarm is seeking a hands-on Field Project Manager to lead electronic security and fire protection installation projects from planning through completion. The role coordinates personnel, materials, schedules, and budgets, while serving as a primary customer contact and providing leadership to field technicians. The manager oversees project timelines, costs, installation quality, documentation, final testing, customer training, and closeout, collaborating with Sales, Operations, and Project Management to deliver successful outcomes. Regular driving and travel are required as needed; occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Requirements
- Previous experience installing electronic security systems and fire protection systems.
- Leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to coach and motivate field technicians.
- Strong project management, scheduling, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work orders.
- Understanding of project costs, materials coordination, and installation workflows.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple security solutions and/or fire protection projects and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- NICET II (Fire Alarm) or above and/or equivalent required.
Responsibilities
- Manage security solutions and fire protection installation projects from initial planning through final testing, customer training, and closeout.
- Develop project timelines, coordinate technician assignments, and adjust schedules to meet deadlines.
- Ensure equipment, parts, tools, and technical information are available when needed.
- Serve as the primary customer contact, communicate project updates, resolve issues, and support customer satisfaction.
- Monitor labor, materials, and project expenses to maintain profitability and control costs.
- Supervise and support installation technicians, assign work, monitor performance, and promote safe, efficient job execution.
- Review project documentation, drawings, installation reports, and change orders to ensure work meets specifications and company standards.
- Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Project Management to define project scope, address challenges, and deliver successful outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Short-term disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Paid time off.
- Training, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.
- Pet insurance.
- Supportive team that values employees’ contributions and success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
