Fire/Life Safety Operations Supervisor

Siemens • San Antonio, TX

106d • $82,320 - $141,120

About The Position

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives. Transform the everyday with us! We are looking for a Fire/Life Safety Operations Supervisor to join our team. This pivotal leadership role involves directing a team focused on the comprehensive lifecycle of fire/life safety system projects, from initial planning through to final commissioning. The successful candidate will be instrumental in achieving significant financial objectives, specifically managing revenue and gross margin to meet ambitious targets, including an annual revenue goal of at least $7 million. This financial stewardship will be accomplished through diligent control of job costs and the efficient, on-time execution of all projects. Beyond financial oversight, the position demands a strong technical leader who will provide essential expertise, strategic direction, and ultimate accountability for all installed projects and ongoing technical support programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• 5+ years of experience as a team supervisor or project manager within the fire/life safety construction industry
• Verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Organizational and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure implementation of productivity tools, standards, and best practices.
• Hire, supervise, train, and mentor the team through goal setting, performance monitoring, employee review meetings, and scheduling of formal training.
• Manage revenue, gross margin, and absorption to achieve monthly and annual business plan projections and forecasts.
• Direct and supervise the development of project plans to monitor and control the progress in the execution of work.
• Ensure schedules are maintained and projects proceed in accordance with the contract documents and customer expectations.
• Plan and justify manpower, staffing requirements, tools, and other appropriate investments for effective and timely execution of work.
• Provide technical and operational support for the sales teams with pricing and scope-of-work definition for project opportunities.
• Maintain relationships between engineering, operations, and sales teams so project details, changes, and plan discrepancies can be managed to minimize cost and delays throughout the estimating, bidding and operations phases of each project.
• Support project productivity and profitability through cost-containment procedures and process.
• Review customer feedback and ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Perform installation activities where/when required.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits
• Pay range of $82,320 - $141,120 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees