Fire Protection Project Manager

About LVC: We are the areas leading fire protection and systems integration company established in 1982. We realize that our employees are our strength and only hire highly motivated people who are the best at what they do in our industries. We provide a positive team-oriented work environment and encourage promote and reward team members who share our commitment to quality integrity and service.

About You: We are looking for an experienced Project Manager who will be responsible for the overall planning execution financial oversight and delivery of a cost-plus fire protection project. This includes coordination of engineering procurement installation commissioning subcontractor management and client communication. The PM ensures the project meets contractual safety quality schedule and cost-plus transparency requirements. The role demands excellent leadership skills and precise cost control within a reimbursable contract environment. This position will be on-site in Hibbing Minnesota.

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive salary ranging from $120000 - $140000 depending on experience plus a possible per diem/relocation allowance. A full benefits package which includes Health Dental Vision Disability Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Savings Plan ESOP FSA LegalShield Employee Assistance Program PTO and Holiday pay. Apply and find out why LVC is the right employer for you.

Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Execution
• Lead all phases of the fire protection project from initiation through turnover.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering procurement construction commissioning and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain the project execution plan schedule risk register and deliverables.
• Ensure adherence to industry codes (e.g. NFPA) client standards and company procedures.
• Cost-Plus Contract Management
• Maintain full understanding of the cost-plus contract including reimbursable categories fee structure markups and documentation requirements.
• Ensure daily tracking of labor materials equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Approve time sheets purchase requests subcontractor invoices and cost allocations.
• Collaborate with the Project Accountant to prepare accurate audit-ready billing packages.
• Financial Oversight
• Maintain accurate forecasting of cost-to-complete cash flow and potential budget exposure.
• Review weekly job-cost reports procurement logs and change impact analysis
• Identify and mitigate cost overruns or scope gaps early.
• Track allowances contingencies alternates and owner-directed scope adjustments.
• Schedule Management
• Build and maintain the master project schedule (engineering procurement fabrication installation testing).
• Coordinate with construction and subcontractors to maintain sequence and critical path.
• Communicate schedule risks and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and the client.
• Ensure alignment between cost reporting and schedule progress.
• Client Relationship & Communication
• Participate with Program Director as the point of contact for the client.
• Lead progress meetings financial reviews schedule updates and milestone reporting.
• Provide timely updates on cost impacts delays scope changes and risk items.
• Maintain clear and transparent communication consistent with cost-plus project expectations.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Oversight
• Review and approve requisitions purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Manage subcontractor performance coordination change orders and progress billing.
• Ensure procurement activities align with cost-plus documentation and traceability requirements.
• Resolve field conflicts and support construction with technical and logistical decisions.
• Change Management
• Lead internal and client approval processes for change orders.
• Validate cost impacts with Project Accountant and Procurement before submission.
• Ensure all changes are properly documented priced and incorporated into schedule and cost forecasts.
• Quality & Safety Oversight
• Enforce all safety requirements and ensure contractors comply with site safety programs.
• Oversee inspection and testing (e.g. hydrostatic tests acceptance tests alarms pumps).
• Ensure project deliverables meet NFPA standards and client specifications.
• Support commissioning and turnover documentation.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate project logs including RFI register submittals meeting minutes and action lists.
• Review and approve engineering and construction documentation.
• Ensure the project file is audit-ready for cost-plus compliance.
• Oversee preparation of closeout packages as-builts O&M manuals and training materials.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Project Management Construction Management Fire Protection or related field ideally.
• 5-10 years of project management experience. Industrial fire protection construction or complex mechanical systems experience is highly valued but not required.
• Experience managing cost-plus or reimbursable contract structures.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and interact with client stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools. MS Project and Gantt Charts experience is preferred.
• Strong analytical communication and leadership skills.
• PMP NICET or PE (Fire Protection) certification are a greatly preferred but not required.
• Self-starter who works efficiently with minimal supervision.

LVC Companies Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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