Fire & Security Systems Construction Manager

Schneider Electric•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The individual in this role has 10+ years of experience in this industry and a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role, leading activity of other project team members on-site, or direct management of employees in a prior managerial role. They already possess the knowledge of advanced understanding of the Fire Alarm and Security industry, as well as Safety and Commissioning processes and best practices. Individual demonstrates excellent customer service and leadership skills. As a manager, will interview, hire, train, mentor, evaluate, and when necessary, terminate operations personnel or make related recommendations. Responsible for the administration of company policies including safety, utilization, tools, and training/development. This position is also responsible for managing operations personnel in accordance with company HR policies and procedures. This position typically reports into an Operations Manager.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in this industry
Minimum of 3 years in a managerial role, leading activity of other project team members on-site, or direct management of employees in a prior managerial role.
Knowledge of advanced understanding of the Fire Alarm and Security industry, as well as Safety and Commissioning processes and best practices.
Demonstrates excellent customer service and leadership skills.
Knowledgeable in local and national (NFPA) codes and regulations
Strong knowledge and understanding of industry applications; ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams.
Excellent contracting skills and an understanding of job financial reports
Strong leadership, presentation, and listening skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred, however, candidates with extensive experience along with a High School Diploma or state-recognized GED, will also be considered.
Technical experience and project/construction management in the commercial fire alarm and life safety industry; 10+ years preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a team in relation to complex fire alarm systems, security, access, CCTV, and low voltage systems.
Perform annual and midyear performance reviews for employees.
Establish performance goals for employees.
Establish training plans for all employees and encourage them to keep their training up to date.
Perform regular site visits and 1:1 meeting with direct reports.
Find opportunities to interact with customers to assess how team is performing, incorporate feedback into department ways of working.
Contribute to departmental or branch strategic planning.
Ensure direct reports are properly equipped with tools and safety PPE required to perform their responsibilities on customer sites.
Coach and mentor direct reports through daily construction and commissioning questions and share best practices.
Stay informed of new developments in field tools and technology and apply them to projects or business processes as required.
Accountable for proper scheduling and utilization of employees within the team
Propagate new installation, safety, and commissioning ideas within department/branch.
Manage the process of receiving documentation, scheduling, and conducting sales release meetings.
Assist sales personnel in review of project cost estimates, assist in creation of sales stage deliverables.
Lead quality control and safety audit activity for department or branch, approve audits performed by others.
Manage key performance indicators/measures on behalf of Operations Manager
Develop and conduct subcontractor training to help them learn and understand design drawings.
Assist PMs in the scheduling or forecasting of construction projects.
Participate in pre-bid reviews and Sales-to-Operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.
Ensures the group meets company gross profit objectives through field productivity, scheduling, and controlling costs.
Ensure all permits and licenses are secured for each assigned project.
Coordinate resources to complete successful start-up and commissioning of the systems to the end user.