What are the responsibilities and job description for the LSS Construction Manager position at OnQGlobal?
OnQGlobal/OnQGlobalCx is seeking a highly skilled Life Safety Systems (LSS) Construction Manager with deep expertise in Fire Alarm (FA) and VESDA (Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus) systems to support the execution of a large-scale data center project (Buildings 3 & 4). This role is critical to ensuring life safety systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet stringent code, client, and project standards.
Key Responsibilities
OnQGlobalCx is a trusted project management and engineering consulting partner delivering some of the world’s most complex, high-tech projects. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit, family-run company culture.
Benefits include: 100% employer-paid medical, 50% dependent coverage, 401(k), PTO, referral bonuses, and long-term project opportunities.
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $50 - $65 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee field execution of Fire Alarm and VESDA installation, integration, and commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with project design, NFPA codes, and client requirements for all LSS scopes.
- Manage daily coordination with the GC, subcontractors, and vendors on LSS progress, issues, and inspections.
- Lead quality control checks and ensure timely closeout of punch-list items.
- Monitor schedule and budget impacts related to LSS, proactively escalating risks and developing mitigation plans.
- Participate in client and construction coordination meetings, representing the owner’s interest for LSS systems.
- Review and approve installation drawings, submittals, and redlines for accuracy and constructability.
- Ensure documentation, testing, and turnover packages for FA & VESDA are complete and compliant.
- 8 years of experience in life safety/fire protection systems construction management; data center experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of NFPA, IBC, IFC, and local code requirements for fire alarm and smoke detection.
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors and oversee large-scale, fast-paced projects.
- Experience with commissioning and integrated testing of life safety systems.
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work on-site full-time and travel as required.
OnQGlobalCx is a trusted project management and engineering consulting partner delivering some of the world’s most complex, high-tech projects. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit, family-run company culture.
Benefits include: 100% employer-paid medical, 50% dependent coverage, 401(k), PTO, referral bonuses, and long-term project opportunities.
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $50 - $65 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Salary : $50 - $65