Fire Alarm Project Manager

Job Title: Fire Alarm Project Manager

Location: Dayton, OH

Department: Operations - Project Management

Employment Type: Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried)

Own fire alarm, suppression and security projects from kickoff to final acceptance, with a supportive leadership team and the tools to deliver on time and on budget.

Why Silco

• Unlimited access to training at our James A. Fraser Training Center in Columbus, plus company-paid certifications.
• Eight-time Top Workplaces winner and an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company.
• Family-owned since 1931, with approachable leadership and real advancement across branches and departments.
• Veteran-friendly: about 30% of our team has served in the military.

About Silco

Silco Fire & Security protects lives and property for more than 45,000 businesses across Ohio, Kentucky and surrounding states. We design, install, inspect, service and monitor fire protection and security systems, from fire alarms, sprinklers and kitchen suppression to video surveillance and access control. Founded in 1931 and still family-owned and operated, Silco has more than 500 team members across seven branches: Cincinnati (headquarters), Akron, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, Toledo and Louisville.

The Role

The Project Manager oversees planning, execution and closeout of fire alarm, suppression and security projects in the assigned region. You will coordinate customers, contractors, designers and installation crews; manage budgets and schedules; and make sure systems are installed and commissioned to OBC, NFPA and customer specifications.

What You'll Do (Essential Functions)

• Manage projects from conception to completion, delivering on time, within scope and within budget.
• Coordinate engineers, contractors, customers, vendors and internal resources; partner with design to keep drawings on schedule.
• Ensure installations comply with local, state and federal codes and are properly commissioned before final acceptance testing with the AHJ and customer.
• Prepare and manage project budgets; forecast labor hours and project needs before on-site work begins.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including specifications, drawings, reports and labor charges.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to all stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to installation teams and support proposal development and reviews.
• Visit job sites regularly to monitor progress, quality and safety.

What You Bring

Required

• Project management experience in fire protection, low voltage, electrical, construction or a related trade.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Valid driver's license; regular travel to job sites.

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of fire alarm systems and safety regulations.
• Experience with Procore and Salesforce.
• PMP, CAPM or NICET certification.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb ladders, use lifts, and work at various heights.
• Able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching throughout the workday.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces or outdoor environments as needed.
• Requires occasional pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
• Must be able to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Capable of driving company vehicles and transporting equipment or materials when needed.
• Ability to remain alert and focused while performing detailed or repetitive tasks.
• Requires occasional attendance at company and community events and customer sites where groups of people are present.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance; accident and illness insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and certifications.
• Up to 8 paid volunteer hours per year, plus dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts.
• Company events and recognition programs that celebrate success.

Equal Opportunity

Silco Fire & Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Reasonable accommodation: Silco provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions. If you need an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at (513) 733-5655 or aschmitz@silcofs.com.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen, conducted in accordance with applicable law, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Positions that drive for work also require a motor vehicle record review. Criminal history is evaluated individually in light of the position's duties.

This description outlines the essential functions, qualifications and physical demands of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties; other duties may be assigned. It does not create a contract of employment. Employment with Silco is at will.