Fire Project Manager

Guardian Security is looking for a Project Manager for our Fire Division to join our team! If you're a technician who's mastered the field and is now looking to pivot into a business operations or administrative role, this is your chance to make that move. Join a team where your technical expertise is valued—and where you can grow your career beyond the job site.

About Us:

Guardian Security is looking for a Project Manager for our Fire Division to join our team! Guardian Security was founded in 1976, and we have been serving the people of the Pacific Northwest with their security and fire protection needs ever since, for nearly 50 years! We are locally owned and operated, with four offices located in Yakima, Tacoma, Bellingham, and the SODO district of Seattle. 

This position is fully in office at our Seattle location. (1743 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134)

Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, M-F. The schedule may vary slightly based on business needs.

Pay: $95,000 - $125,000 annually

Position Summary:

• The Fire Project Manager is responsible for project management of commercial fire jobs and projects. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice:

• Assigns Technicians based on service ticket status for specific market segments.
• Confirms Fire assignments to ensure Technicians understand the scope and completion time.
• Reviews upcoming installation projects and Technician assignments weekly.
• Improves technician resource management by job and location needs.
• Manages tools and reporting to minimize risks and enhance job efficiencies.
• Strengthens relationships with general contractors and electrical subcontractors.
• Tracks project management time against jobs using accounting software.
• Visits sites to verify resources, monitor progress, and assist with project closeouts.
• Informs Salespeople about project timelines, statuses, and closeout estimates.
• Assists the sales team with designing and engineering Fire Team bids/proposals.
• Participates in bi-weekly and monthly Fire Team meetings to discuss projects and issues.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to meet or exceed project milestones.
• Skilled with resource management efficiencies.
• Professional, customer service-oriented attitude.
• Excellent organizational and time/project management skills.
• Communicates well and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of National (NFPA) and NEC fire alarm codes and regulations
• Ability to review and comprehend fire alarm drawings and plans

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position directly supervises up to 10 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education and/or Experience:

• NFPA and NEC fire alarm codes and regulations
• Experienced with keeping projects at or under budget.
• At least 1-3 years of supervisory/management-related experience in the fire industry. 
• Good driving record/Driver’s License in good standing
• Must pass drug test and background check.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

• WA 06 license or higher 
• NICET FA LEVEL 2 or higher (preferred)

Benefits: 

• Health and Vision insurance (Guardian pays your premiums for both!)
• Low-cost Dental insurance
• 401(k) with a company match 
• FSA 
• HRA 
• Commuter Benefits 
• 8 Paid Holidays
• PTO that builds with tenure (Year 1 - 88 hours, after 1 year - 128 hours!)
• Life and AD&D coverage provided by Guardian
• Paid Professional Development time

Computer Skills: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of:

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally will lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; Must be able to stand, walk, reach and bend for extended periods of time occasionally; Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus; Uses fingers, hands, arms when working with mouse, keyboard, monitors; possible use of headset while on calls.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to noise level from low to mid-range due to others speaking on phones; otherwise, this is the typical cubicle type office environment with overhead lighting and temperature control. May also be exposed to varying environmental conditions when/if traveling to projects.
  

At Guardian Security Systems, we aim to do what’s right and embrace an unwavering commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through our core principle of Extreme People Focus. We recognize that our greatest asset is our people, each bringing a unique blend of experiences, perspectives, and talents that fuel our innovation and technical excellence. We are dedicated to cultivating an environment filled with kindness where every individual is not only valued but also empowered to thrive.