Branch Manager- Fire Protection Industry

Summit Fire Protection•New Hudson, MI

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Branch Manager position provides oversight of the overall management, operations, and financial performance for the assigned area. This role performs consistently as a subject matter expert to achieve communicated objectives, including profitability, growth, and overall performance metrics. The company is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance, serving customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. They are a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 25 locations in more than 8 states.

Requirements

5+ years in the Fire Protection Industry with at least 2 years in a supervisory role, required
5 years Fire Protection Industry experience, required
2 years leadership experience with over 10 direct and indirect subordinates, required
3 years analytical using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, required.
Ability to operate a computer and use Microsoft Office required.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, required
Must be able to comply with SFP’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement
Must be able to travel 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

NICET II, III, IV or state equivalent, preferred.
5 years of professional computer skills, preferred

Responsibilities

Achieving branch objectives through enhancement and improvements of operations and sales.
Oversight of the branch’s fire extinguisher inspections & services; pre-engineered inspections, services, & installs; fire sprinkler inspections, service, & installs; and fire alarm inspection & services.
Responsible for the financial performance of assigned area, including Profit & Loss (P&L) statement(s), gross revenue, gross margin, and overhead.
Communicating and strategizing with management regarding financial progress, growth strategies, human capital requirements, and regular or irregular needs of the office.
Ensuring proper execution of internal workflow/paperwork, work in the field, quality assurance / quality control, and all work is performed in a safe manner within local, state federal guidelines.
Maintaining proper employment communication and documentation using company procedures and policies, in conjunction with Human Resources.
Maintaining appropriate staffing levels with Talent Acquisition.
Identifying, assessing, cultivating, and mentoring future managers and leaders within the location.
Overseeing proper use, maintenance, and repair of company assets including equipment, tools, supplies, and fleet in coordination with corporate Purchasing and Fleet department.
Managing work performed within assigned area, including oversight of spot checks of recent field inspections for quality review, ride-a-longs with field Technicians for training and improvement, and route management of Technicians.
Responsible for the overall safety of the branch location.
Attending and monitoring install project meetings and other coordination meetings, as needed.
Overseeing coordination and execution of inspections and service jobs in the assigned area.
Leading coordination of final checkout/commissioning with AHJ, Owner, Architect/Engineer, General Contractor/Construction Manager, etc.
Ensuring appropriate and necessary communication of schedules, product/material, information, and coordination of work between Sales and Operations.
Reviewing the Shop’s material preparation, orders, job staging, and tool preparation appropriate for job scheduling.
Ensuring proper use, maintenance, and repair of tools, equipment, and fleet are achieved.
Managing material orders to regulate standard stock quantities in coordination with the Purchasing department.
Overseeing communication with the Billing department for accurate and timely invoicing practices.
Overseeing the sales department with business development to achieve increased market share in the assigned area.
Participating in quote presentation for legacy customers.
Promoting and coordinating continuing education and certification of employees.
Other duties may be assigned.