Field Alarm Superintendent
Field Alarm Superintendent
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Job Description
Who We Are
Shambaugh & Son L.P. a whollyowned indirect subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc. is a customerdriven singlesource selfperforming construction/engineering firm. We specialize in the DesignBuild method of construction resulting in fasttrack delivery of the project improvements to our customers. We are one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. and the only one with all eight M.E.P (Mechanical Electrical Process Automation Refrigeration HVAC Plumbing and Fire Protection) design and installation capabilities inhouse. We perform more than $1 billion of construction projects per year with over 3000 employees throughout 50 states from our home office in Fort Wayne Indiana.
Our success has been driven by our ability to attract and retain dedicated knowledgeable and seasoned professionals to become part of the Shambaugh team as we continue to build on our 95 year Shambaugh success story.
At Shambaugh we recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industrys highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers maximize return on investment and provide professional growth opportunities for people in the organization.
Job Summary
Shambaugh & Son L.P. is looking for a Field Alarm Superintendent. You will be responsible for leading field operations on largescale fire alarm projects ensuring work is completed safely on schedule and per code. This includes supervising installations coordinating manpower tracking progress enforcing safety protocols managing time sheets and supporting testing and commissioning. The role also involves effective communication with foremen project managers and clients while maintaining high standards of quality documentation and compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise daily onsite fire alarm installation activities per approved drawings and codes.
- Coordinate with the assistant project manager and project manager for daily weekly monthly 90 Day and other reporting documents for lookahead planning and execution.
- Coordinate field manpower across all assigned projects to optimize labor use.
- Walk to each assigned jobsite regularly to track progress safety and QA/QC status.
- Create Download and Provide weekly reports and update field timesheets in Excel and PDF format.
- Report daily constraints and productivity using standard formats and portals.
- Gather weekly updates from foremen on job progress RFIs change orders and plans.
- Work in the field to install systems along with foreman and apprentices.
- Attend project coordination meetings with GCs and foremen as needed.
- Conduct toolbox talks and reenforce sitespecific safety protocols.
- Cross verify the quality and standards of daily installation and progress.
- Log and address any safety concerns observed during job walks.
- Validate scope installation matches contract and redline changes as needed.
- Plan Lead and Assist with pretesting and system commissioning readiness.
- Coordinate device testing programming and AHJ/client inspections.
- Report any scheduling delays personnel issues safety concerns/incidents to your direct supervisor in a timely manner.
- Track and report technician license expiration dates to management.
- Update manpower logs for changes in pay location title or certifications.
- Ensure timely material delivery verify receipt and resolve site shortages.
- Document field activities and issues in daily logs for assistant project manager and project manager review.
- Coordination with the purchasing department or office POC to ensure all materials are ordered and delivered.
- Ensure the companys equipment vehicles and tools are safe clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
- Review all field employees per company policy.
- Ensure that the work is performed in a safe manner.
- Identify fielddriven efficiencies to reduce cost and improve schedule performance.
- Fulfill all other duties as assigned and needed between the demand.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or staterecognized GED associate or bachelors degree.
- 10 years of experience in the commercial fire and life safety or related industry in a leadership role.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of local and national fire alarm codes (NFPA IFC ADA UL IBC IEC NEC etc.) and regulations as well as the ability to read and understand drawings and specifications and electrical network and control wiring diagrams.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Autodesk Construction Cloud Bluebeam etc.
- Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid drivers license with limited violations.
- Strong analytical critical thinking and mathematical aptitude with attention to detail.
- Good working knowledge of sophisticated fire detection and alarm systems and ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities under time constraints.
- Flexible to be available as needed to travel to client sites.
- OSHA30 and NICET certified individuals preferred.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
- Regular and reliable attendance including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required
Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine.
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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction facilities services and energy infrastructure we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Employment Type
Full-Time
