Fire Alarm & Life Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Fire Alarm & Life Safety Manager

We are seeking an experienced Fire Alarm & Life Safety Manager to lead our Fire & Life Safety division. This is a hands-on working-manager role responsible for team leadership, estimating, invoicing, code compliance, customer relationships, and technical decision-making.

Key ResponsibilitiesDivision & Team Leadership

• Lead, schedule, and develop fire alarm technicians, inspectors, estimators, and invoicing staff.

• Own division performance, including job margins, on-time completion, and customer satisfaction.

• Establish and maintain engineering, inspection, and quality standards.

• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.

Fire Alarm Estimating & Engineering

• Prepare and review fire alarm estimates for new construction, retrofit, inspection, and service projects.

• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.

• Ensure designs and proposals comply with NFPA 72, IBC , and applicable fire/life safety codes.

• Review team deliverables for technical accuracy and code compliance.

Project & Customer Management

• Serve as the primary contact for customers, AHJs, and fire marshals.

• Coordinate with Operations, Project Managers, and field teams throughout project execution.

• Manage escalations, change orders, and complex technical/design issues.

• Identify and implement process improvements to improve efficiency and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience leading or supervising a fire alarm/life safety team or division .

• Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems and applicable codes, particularly NFPA 72 and IBC .

• Experience interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.

• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating/design software.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level II or III certification preferred.

• Experience with AutoCAD or fire alarm design software.

• Experience with major fire alarm platforms such as Notifier, Siemens, Edwards, Honeywell , or similar.

• Experience with multifamily, commercial, or industrial projects.

On-Call Requirement

• Participate in a weekly on-call rotation for emergency fire alarm and life safety response.

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k)

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off

Work Location: In Person

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.