Project Manager and Designer (Entry-Level)
Western States Fire Protection
- Glenwood Springs, CO
- $50,000-70,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistant Program
- Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
- 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Profit Sharing Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and general contractor / owner to gather the required information to design the project s fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm system
- Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
- Create detailed drawings through extensive use of CAD type software
- Procurement of all material required throughout the project
- Perform hydraulic calculations
- Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
- Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
- Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers expectations
- Coordinate with other departments within office and field technicians to ensure proper handover of job information
- Conduct long range project planning and scheduling
- Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
- Directly manage field labor force of assigned projects to assure maximum productivity
- Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
- Manage cost estimating for changes in work and submit in a timely manner
- Process project billings and monitor outstanding invoices
- Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
- Forecast future manpower requirements
- Oversee work of subcontractors
- Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
- Ensure work complies with codes and permits
- Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices
- Bachelor s degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related program of study
- Experience with CAD software
- Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
- Detail orientated with an ability to organize and effectively manage multiple complex tasks and solve problems
- Ability to coordinate and work in a team environment
- Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills
- Highly motivated and proactive
- Excellent communication skills-written and verbal
- Previous construction industry experience is preferred
- Must be able to pass a background check and post offer drug screen
- Valid driver s license is required