Fire Alarm Systems Project Manager

Siemens • Lenexa, KS

2d • $70,894 - $121,533 • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager facilitates execution of solution plans for clearly defined sub-projects or sub-programs, coordinating and delivering multiple simultaneous small-to-medium-complexity projects with financial impact between $100,000 and $2.5 million. The role supports Siemens’ Lenexa, Kansas branch and its customers in the greater Lenexa area. The Project Manager has fiscal responsibility for projects, including billing, job-cost reporting, and customer satisfaction; guides technical or administrative staff; and contributes to continuous improvement and client relationships. The position manages project schedules, resources, supplies, subcontractors, commissioning, change orders, billing, and closeout while ensuring work complies with applicable safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate degree.
• Ability to work in a team environment and provide dedicated customer support.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Technical experience in the commercial fire and life safety industry.
• At least 1 year of experience managing projects.
• Knowledge of local and national (NFPA) fire alarm codes and regulations.
• At least 21 years of age and a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
• Legally authorized to work permanently and continually in the United States without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• NICET Level II or higher certification in Fire Alarm Systems is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of technical experience in the fire and life safety industry.

Responsibilities

• Take fiscal responsibility for project billing, job-cost reporting, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Deliver results for assigned process steps and guide technical or administrative staff.
• Serve as a functional process resource on projects or programs and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Maintain functionally focused client relationships and manage several small projects.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and project-specific documents to establish project intent.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with the project team and identify time-sensitive installation needs.
• Manage requisitions for supplies and materials needed to complete projects.
• Review plans and specifications and participate in project cost reviews.
• Assist the Operations Manager with soliciting and contracting subcontractors.
• Orient project technicians and provide project documentation, including scope of work, drawings, specifications, application-engineered drawings, and project contacts.
• Track project resources and progress, and document events affecting schedule, scope, or efficiency.
• Pursue project-specific change-order opportunities and coordinate project billing with Accounting and the Operations Manager.
• Schedule commissioning resources and provide commissioning documentation.
• Expedite the return of project markups for as-built development and complete project closeout documentation.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors to meet scope, schedule, and financial requirements.
• Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures, and report unsafe conditions and actions.

Benefits

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits; details are available through the linked benefits website.
• Target incentive of 10% of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree