Fire Protection Project Manager I

Role Description

Join Us: Shape Safer Environments as a Fire Protection Project Manager — Deliver Protection, Drive Projects, Build Trust.

Are you energized by managing fire protection projects from concept to closeout? Do you thrive at the intersection of technical coordination, client service, and project delivery?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to join our Fire Protection Services Team in a remote capacity. This role offers the opportunity to support impactful fire and life safety projects while building a strong foundation in project management within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

What You'll Do:

• Manage fire protection projects from initiation through completion, supporting system installations, upgrades, and service work with a focus on schedule, scope, and budget.
• Coordinate closely with clients, market teams, technical staff, and subcontractors to ensure project expectations are met and issues are resolved efficiently.
• Develop project schedules, track progress, and communicate updates to clients, internal teams, and leadership.
• Prepare change orders by defining scope, schedule, and cost impacts in collaboration with technical and market teams.
• Maintain project documentation, contracts, purchase orders, correspondence, and electronic project records.
• Support project financial performance by assisting with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow tracking, and subcontractor payments.
• Participate in project review meetings and contribute to quality, safety, and compliance initiatives in alignment with NFPA and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of fire sprinkler experience required; minimum of 2 years of project management experience required.
• Working knowledge of the fire protection industry including fire protection systems, project engineering and/or construction principles and schedule, as well as life safety regulations.
• Familiarity with NFPA code requirements and OSHA safety standards required.
• Proven ability to manage scope, budget and schedule of technical tasks.
• Knowledge of design software (AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Revit) required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other management software required; knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear, professional communicator who adapts effectively to clients, contractors, and internal teams with the ability to inspire, motivate, build and manage relationships.
• Ability to solve problems with urgency and independently drive initiatives from concept to completion while overseeing multiple projects.
• Adaptable, calm under pressure, and skilled in problem-solving and negotiation.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• NICET certification preferred; project management certification a plus.

Benefits

• Build your project management career within a respected fire protection services team.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals who value safety, quality, and mentorship.
• Gain exposure to diverse fire protection projects serving industrial, commercial, and design-build clients.

Salary Range

$90,000 - $110,000. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.