Contract Sales/Project Manager - Fire Sprinklers

Are you ready to own the full lifecycle of fire protection projects—from the first handshake to the final walkthrough?

Elite Fire Sprinkler Systems is seeking a Contract Sales/Project Manager to join its team in Hiawatha, IA.

The Contract Sales/Project Manager position combines business development with project execution. You will manage the full lifecycle of fire sprinkler projects—from initial client consultation and estimation through system installation and closeout—while building relationships that expand the company's presence in the commercial fire protection market.

Elite Fire Sprinkler Systems operates with a foundation built on safety, reliability, and ownership. The organization approaches every fire protection project with the understanding that it protects people and property for years to come. Clear expectations, responsive communication, and disciplined project management define how schedules, documentation, and design details remain on track.

Benefits Package

• Paid Holidays
• 17 Days of PTO for the first year
• Group Insurance through Wellmark (Health, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) Package
• Company Car
• Cell Phone with Data Plan
• Gas/Expense Credit Card
• Company Apparel
• Personal Office
• Desktop PC/Laptop

Job Responsibilities

• Develop project estimates and deliver competitive proposals based on client specifications and site conditions
• Build relationships with owners and general contractors to negotiate pricing and close contracts
• Drive new business by converting opportunities into awarded projects
• Manage projects from estimate through completion, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, and execution
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to support scheduling, materials, and installation
• Track and communicate project status, ensuring visibility and progress across all phases
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and authorities to ensure compliance and timely approvals

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience
• NICET Level II or III certification
• Associate's Degree
• Demonstrated proficiency in blueprint and plan review, including submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10
• PMP or CAPM (Project Management) certification
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or equivalent contract training
• Risk management or contract law coursework (certificate-based)

Your next adventure starts here. Apply today!

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and other terms of employment, are made based on qualifications, abilities, and performance, without regard to membership of a protected class and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• fire sprinkler estimating and project management: 5 years (Preferred)
• commercial fire sprinkler systems: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NICET Level II or higher (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Hiawatha, IA 52233 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hiawatha, IA 52233: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person