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Fire Alarm Systems Manager
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What they do
A Fire Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all fire safety matters, legislative and regulatory, relating to an organization's day to day operations. Will provide specialist advice to the management and employees of the organization. May organize training to improve employee understanding of best fire safety practice.
$78,103 / year median in South Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
- ABOUT YOU
- GSC is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Manager to lead and support the estimating, design coordination, installation, programming oversight, testing, inspection, commissioning, and maintenance of commercial and industrial fire alarm systems.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
- Serve as GSC's lead fire alarm technical expert.
- Review project drawings, specifications, and code requirements.
- Develop fire alarm scope reviews, estimates, value engineering options, and constructability recommendations.
- Coordinate system design with engineers, owners, AHJs, and equipment manufacturers.
- Review and manage fire alarm submittals and shop drawings.
- Assist with permitting requirements and AHJ coordination.
- Support project teams from preconstruction through closeout.
- Conduct jobsite visits to verify installation quality, schedule progress, and code compliance.
- Coordinate programming, testing, inspections, and final acceptance activities.
- Troubleshoot complex fire alarm system issues and provide technical solutions.
- Train electricians, foremen, and superintendents on fire alarm installation best practices.
- Develop internal fire alarm standards, procedures, and quality control processes.
- Mentor field personnel and assist in recruiting fire alarm technicians and subcontractors.
- Support business development and growth of GSC's fire alarm division.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- Active Fire Alarm License or Fire Alarm Qualifier credential in at least one state.
- Ability to obtain and maintain additional state licenses as required.
- 5-10 years of commercial and/or industrial fire alarm experience.
- Strong understanding of NFPA 72, NEC, IBC, IFC, testing, inspection, and commissioning requirements.
- Experience with new construction, manufacturing, warehouse, and design-build projects.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Preferred:
- NICET Level II, III, or IV Certification.
- Multiple state fire alarm licenses throughout the Southeast.
- Experience with major manufacturers and programming platforms.
- Supervisory or management experience.
- Existing relationships with AHJs and fire marshals.
MAKE YOUR MOVE
- We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
- EOE, including disability/vets