Project Manager

Job Title

Reliance Fire Protection, Inc., a subsidiary of Davis-Ulmer Sprinkler Company, is a full-service fire protection contractor with complete design, installation, inspection, testing and maintenance capability.

At Davis-Ulmer/Reliance Fire Protection we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain contract documents throughout the life of the project and ensure changes from bulletins, addenda, etc. are addressed and processed
• Communicate with site foreman to track change orders
• Process change orders in a timely fashion, to include regular follow-up with GC/CM for updates
• Coordinate with Designer to submit RFIs when necessary
• Maintain continual communications with and provide regular status updates to the GC/CM
• Attend weekly jobsite meetings, and communicate results with job designer as needed
• Perform weekly safety walkthroughs and site safety audits, and document completion
• Ensure completion of weekly toolbox talks, to include submission to the Safety Manager
• Collect timesheets from field personnel to submit to Branch Manager
• Perform monthly billing updates for all assigned contract jobs
• Coordinate with Designer to submit required job closeout documentation
• Submit documentation and application for construction permits when required
• Assist in preparation of monthly WIP/CTC updates for assigned jobs
• Attend turnover meetings with sales and design personnel for new jobs
• Oversee weekly project manpower requirements for scheduling
• Material/equipment ordering and oversight for jobs (as applicable between designer and shop coordinator)
• Maintain communications and coordination (including drawings and testing) with fire marshal.
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma, with at least a GED required
• Associate's degree preferred
• Previous experience in the Project Management field, preferably in the Fire Protection industry, or equivalent combination of experience and schooling
• Good oral, written and telephone communication skills
• Good customer service skills
• Moderate to advanced computer skills
• Time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and analyze building construction documents
• Good mathematical skills with the ability to read, understand and create financial reports

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid State Driver License
• NICET Certifications preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the field personnel working on their assigned jobs

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office environment – moderate noise
• Construction job sites – moderate to heavy noise, uneven ground, subject to all types of weather, may be subject to heights
• Ability to maneuver in restricted, poorly lit spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time

As part of the DU Family of Companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Why Choose DU Family of Companies?

Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive pay rates for experienced professionals, ensuring your skills are recognized and rewarded appropriately.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy an industry-leading benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and additional perks, ensuring your health and well-being are taken care of.

Strength of the Family: The Davis-Ulmer Family of Companies, with over 30 locations across the East Coast and Midwest, epitomizes the strength of a team-first mindset. Embracing a culture of collaboration, we unite to share knowledge, resources, and best practices across our network of branches. This collective approach strengthens us as a cohesive group, amplifying our impact far beyond what any individual business unit could achieve alone.

Backed by APi Group: As a subsidiary of APi Group, a publicly traded, multi-billion-dollar corporation headquartered in Minnesota, we provide the financial stability and support needed for success. Benefit from world-class training and leadership development opportunities, backed by a powerhouse in the Fire Life Safety & Security industry.

Long-Term Career Relationships: Many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years! We believe in investing in the right people, fostering enduring professional relationships that benefit both individuals and the company alike. Join us and become part of a community where your dedication is recognized and valued for the long term.

Values Match: We prioritize hiring individuals whose values align with ours. Our commitment to value-driven recruitment is a cornerstone of our People/Talent Development Operating Code.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what people value most."

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.