Cheyenne, WY

Project Manager

Saving Lives, one Life Safety System at a time.

- It takes the Best in each of us to bring out the Best in all of us –

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

Since 1993, Rapid Fire Protection has stamped our footprint in commercial, residential, and industrial fire suppression and detection. Through core values of integrity, commitment, and teamwork we take pride in providing safety and security with lifesaving systems designed and installed with people in mind.  

At Rapid Fire Protection we are passionate about our customers, our team, and the value of the work we perform! We value results and relationships. More than a company, we pride ourselves in developing community among our team. We believe in what we do! It’s more than just a job, it’s a purpose!

 

THE ROLE – PROJECT MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager holds overall management responsibility for all aspects of fire protection construction projects from conception through systems functioning as intended. He/she oversees or conducts scheduling, planning, actual construction, expediting, inspection, quality control, and total delivery of the project according to established criteria. He/she is responsible for tracking, forecasting, and communicating all costs, profits, and financial measures of the project. Through coordination with the site superintendent, this person will organize and manage all the elements involved in construction - labor, temporary and permanent materials, equipment, supplies, utilities, and time.

 

JOB DUTIES

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner together the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system.
• Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities.
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work.
• Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use.
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations.
• Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information.
• Conduct long range project planning and scheduling.
• Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements.
• Directly manage field labor force of assigned project to assure maximum productivity.
• Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project.
• Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project.
• Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements.
• Make sure change orders/change estimates are completed in timely manner.
• Monitor project billings for accuracy and maintenance of a positive cash flow.
• Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines.
• Forecast future manpower requirements.
• Oversee work of subcontractors.
• Ensure work complies with codes and permits.
• Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests.
• Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required.
• Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices.

 

 

 REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Self-motivated and able to fluidly handle multiple tasks and projects congruently
• Works well with others in a team atmosphere
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Team oriented, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to travel overnight and work out of town if required
• Willing to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or other applicable degree from a technical school or college or equivalent combined with on the job design and PM experience. NICET certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD and/or AutoSprink design programs.
• Working knowledge of fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems preferred but not required.

 

BENEFITS

• Paid PTO and Paid Holidays
• Employer paid Health Insurance for employees
• Group Dental, Vision Insurance and Life Insurance
• 401K with 4% company match
• Eligibility for productivity bonuses