Sprinkler Division Tenant Improvement Project Manager

The Sprinkler Division Tenant Improvement Project Manager is responsible for managing awarded fire sprinkler tenant improvement, retrofit, remodel, and light commercial construction projects from handoff through closeout. This role is focused on project execution, field coordination, general contractor communication, scheduling, change order management, job cost tracking, and ensuring projects are completed safely, professionally, profitably, and in alignment with AAA Fire Protection standards. Estimating and preconstruction responsibilities will be handled by the estimating team.

Responsibilities

Manage awarded fire sprinkler tenant improvement, retrofit, remodel, and light commercial construction projects from handoff through closeout; Review awarded project scope, drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract requirements during handoff; Lead internal project kickoff meetings; Develop and maintain project execution plans; Serve as primary point of contact for general contractors after project award; Coordinate sprinkler work with other trades and construction activities; Confirm jobsite readiness before mobilizing field crews; Identify work outside approved scope and prepare, price, submit, and track change orders; Maintain documentation supporting change orders; Monitor project labor, material, subcontractor, equipment, permit, and other costs; Support accurate progress billing, schedule of values, and final billing; Track retainage, payment status, and closeout billing requirements; Maintain organized project files and submittals; Track permit status and coordinate inspections, testing, fire finals, and punch lists; Ensure closeout documentation is completed and submitted; Provide project updates to division leadership; Support foremen and field teams; Ensure work complies with applicable codes, approved drawings, and AHJ requirements

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire sprinkler project management, field supervision, construction coordination, estimating, design, installation, or related sprinkler construction experience; Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler tenant improvement, retrofit, remodel, and light commercial construction projects; Experience working directly with general contractors, superintendents, project managers, owners, AHJs, subcontractors, vendors, and field crews; Strong understanding of NFPA 13, 13R, 13D, 14, 20, 24, 25, and local jurisdictional requirements; Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, civil, fire sprinkler, fire protection, and construction drawings; Ability to understand project schedules, construction sequencing, trade coordination, jobsite access requirements, phasing, and project constraints; Experience managing labor budgets, material costs, subcontractor costs, change orders, project billing, and job cost performance; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, schedules, customers, and priorities at the same time; Ability to professionally communicate with general contractors and customers while protecting company interests, scope, schedule, and profitability; Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Valid driver's license and clean driving record; This is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, or contract-required drug testing

Nice to have

NICET certification in Water-Based Layout, ITM, or related certification (or willingness to pursue certification); Familiarity with Bluebeam, project management software, scheduling tools, and construction documentation platforms; Experience with ServiceTrade, BuildingConnected, Procore, PlanGrid, Smartsheet, or similar construction/project management platforms

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, including some plans 100% employer paid; 401K Retirement Plan with Company match; 8 paid holidays per year; Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan; Life Insurance; Employee Assistant Program; Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance