Fire Protection Project Manager

Position Overview

Kiewit's AERO Fire Protection division has been in business for over 38 years, saving lives, protecting people and their property.  We design, fabricate, install, inspect and service Fire Suppression systems and have grown to be one of the largest Fire Protection contractors in the Southwest.  We are well versed and have a broad scope of clients that range from build to suit office complexes, multi-story hospitals, storage warehouses, sports stadiums/arenas, apartments and high-rise hotels.  We are adding a Project Manager to our team in Phoenix to help negotiate, design, and deliver these systems on time and within budget.  If you have 3+ years as a Fire Protection Project Manager or 3+ years as MEP Project Manager with construction experience, we would love to talk with you! Our Project Managers are liaisons to internal departments and external customers and is responsible for managing all administrative and technical requirements for specific construction projects.  If you are an experienced Project Manager, with a few years of experience, and looking for an opportunity to grow your skills and enhance your experience by working on large projects - come talk to us.  Our PMs have the opportunity to support complex construction projects, while working with the most talented minds in the industry.  We appreciate a passion for excellence, innovation, out of the box thinking and strong leadership skills.  

District Overview

A subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, Aero Automatic Sprinkler Company is one of the Southwest’s largest and most-respected fire protection contractors.  With its roots in Phoenix, AZ, Aero also operates through branch offices in California and Colorado.  Aero offers complete services for all construction market types and any size project as well as complete testing and maintenance services.

Location

This position is based out of our office in Phoenix, AZ.  Relocation is offered for this position.  

Responsibilities

• Review commercial construction drawings and schedules, contracts, specifications and safety requirements and ensure projects meets required standards and client contract.  Administer contract and all subsequent addenda, supplemental information, schedules, and change requests.
• Key POC with the client, coordinate design with fire protection designers, interface with subcontractors in the field, provide troubleshooting  in the field for installation  and participate in site management meetings, proactively coordinating all phases of the project.  
• Review as-built drawings for in-house archives and client files. 
• Direct planning for contract installation, including personnel requirements, job progress schedule, schedule of materials, fabrication, and equipment to job site.
• Monitor job costs, expenses, and quality control of all project activities to ensure completion within contractual time & budget constraints. 
• Perform method analysis reviews to ensure the design and installation is the most efficient, and safe and provide feedback to the job team.
• Travel to construction jobsites to perform walkdowns, attend jobsite meetings, and track productivity in the field.  
• Provide coaching and mentoring to others on the team. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Fire Protection or related degree OR an equivalent combination of education and related work experience
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in fire protection systems or MEP with construction experience, working as a Project Manager performing similar responsibilities as outlined above    
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously handle a large and diverse number of projects and issues with tact, cooperation, and persistence.
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals, relay logic, and fire protection operations.
• Working knowledge of NFPA, IBC, and IFC codes
• Superior organizational and time management skills, excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Team player with ability to coordinate efforts among other project managers, and other departments 
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, and Prolog or equivalent).
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed to support your projects.  Projects mostly are within Arizona and Colorado.  

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