Fire Protection Project Manager

J.C. Cannistraro LLC•Waltham, MA

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About The Position

Cannistraro is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Project Manager to lead major fire protection construction projects from turnover through closeout. The role is responsible for project execution, financial performance, scheduling, procurement, coordination, contract administration, and field delivery. The Project Manager works with Estimating, Accounting, coordinators, Foremen, field personnel, clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to meet contract requirements, budgets, schedules, and quality standards. The position also provides direction, coaching, and training to Assistant Project Managers and other project team members, promotes safety and accountability, and supports successful project closeout. Work combines office-based project management with regular visits to active construction sites, requiring flexibility and responsiveness to changing project needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
10+ years of relevant project management experience, preferably in fire protection or a related construction trade.
Demonstrated success managing complex construction projects, including financial forecasting, contract administration, scheduling, procurement, and field execution.
Strong understanding of fire protection systems, construction drawings, specifications, applicable codes, and related trades.
Experience leading project teams, developing junior team members, and managing projects independently.
Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, make sound decisions, and resolve issues effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to work in an office-based project management setting and regularly visit active construction sites.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, AutoSprink, and Navisworks.
Familiarity with CMiC and company project management processes.

Responsibilities

Manage major fire protection projects from turnover through closeout, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Develop project plans, budgets, schedules, and coordination milestones with Estimating, Accounting, coordinators, and field leadership.
Coordinate procurement, vendor and subcontractor awards, material releases, equipment deliveries, permits, and project documentation.
Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and bulletins to identify changes, resolve issues, and keep work moving.
Partner with Foremen and coordination teams to provide the field with accurate, current project information.
Oversee punch lists, as-built drawings, and operations and maintenance manuals for project closeout.
Establish and maintain project budgets and schedules of values.
Prepare monthly billings and support payment collections in partnership with Accounting.
Develop job cost, cash flow, and manpower forecasts; monitor performance and address variances.
Prepare and process purchase orders and change event change orders (CECs), including supporting takeoffs, pricing, and documentation.
Manage scope changes and resolve contractual, pricing, and coordination issues with general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
Direct, coach, and train Assistant Project Managers and other project team members.
Build strong working relationships with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
Work with Foremen and field personnel to reinforce safety expectations and maintain required safety documentation.
Promote quality, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout project execution.
Manage projects independently, balance competing priorities, and respond to changing project conditions.