Fire & Security Construction Manager at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Description:

Schneider Electric is looking for a Fire & Security Construction Manager for Charlotte, NC area.

The individual in this role has 10+ years of experience in this industry and a minimum of 3 years in a non-managerial role, leadi ng activity of other project team members on-site, or direct management of employees in a prior managerial role .

They already possess the knowledge of advanced understanding of the Fire Alarm and Security industry, as well as Safety and Commissioning processes and best practices . Individual demonstrates excellent customer service and leadership skills . As a manager, will interview, hire, train, mentor, evaluate, and when necessary, terminate operations personnel or make related recommendations.

Responsible for the administration of company policies including safety, utilization, tools, and training/development . This position is also responsible for managing operations personnel in accordance with company HR policies and procedures . This position typically reports into an Operations Manager.

Responsibilities Include

• Manage a team in relation to complex fire alarm systems, security, access, CCTV, and low voltage systems.


• Perform annual and midyear performance reviews for employees. Establish performance goals for employees.


• Establish training plans for all employees and encourage them to keep their training up to date.


• Perform regular site visits and 1:1 meeting with direct reports.


• Find opportunities to interact with customers to assess how team is performing, incorporate feedback into department ways of working.


• Contribute to departmental or branch strategic planning.


• Ensure direct reports are properly equipped with tools and safety PPE required to perform their responsibilities on customer sites.


• Coach and mentor direct reports through daily construction and commissioning questions and share best practices.


• Stay informed of new developments in field tools and technology and apply them to projects or business processes as required.


• Accountable for proper scheduling and utilization of employees within the team


• Propagate new installation, safety, and commissioning ideas within department/branch.


• Manage the process of receiving documentation, scheduling, and conducting sales release meetings.


• Assist sales personnel in review of project cost estimates, assist in creation of sales stage deliverables.


• Lead quality control and safety audit activity for department or branch, approve audits performed by others.


• Manage key performance indicators/measures on behalf of Operations Manager


• Develop and conduct subcontractor training to help them learn and understand design drawings.


• Assist PMs in the scheduling or forecasting of construction projects.


• Participate in pre-bid reviews and Sales-to-Operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.


• Ensures the group meets company gross profit objectives through field productivity, scheduling, and controlling costs.


• Ensure all permits and licenses are secured for each assigned project.


• Coordinate resou rces to complete successful start-up and commissioning of the systems to the end user.

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred, however, candidates with extensive experience along with a High School Diploma or state-recognized GED, will also be considered.


• Technical experience and project/construction management in the commercial fire alarm and life safety industry; 10+ years preferred.


• Knowledgeable in local and national (NFPA) codes and regulations


• Strong knowledge and understanding of industry applications; ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, and electrical, network, and control wiring diagrams.


• Excellent contracting skills and an understanding of job financial reports


• Strong leadership, presentation, and listening skills.

Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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The individual in this role has 10+ years of experience in this industry and a minimum of 3 years in a non-managerial role, leadi ng activity of other project team members on-site, or direct management of employees in a prior managerial role .

They already possess the knowledge of advanced understanding of the Fire Alarm and Security industry, as well as Safety and Commissioning processes and best practices . Individual demonstrates excellent customer service and leadership skills . As a manager, will interview, hire, train, mentor, evaluate, and when necessary, terminate operations personnel or make related recommendations.

Responsible for the administration of company policies including safety, utilization, tools, and training/development . This position is also responsible for managing operations personnel in accordance with company HR policies and procedures . This position typically reports into an Operations Manager.

Responsibilities Include

• Manage a team in relation to complex fire alarm systems, security, access, CCTV, and low voltage systems.


• Perform annual and midyear performance reviews for employees. Establish performance goals for employees.


• Establish training plans for all employees and encourage them to keep their training up to date.


• Perform regular site visits and 1:1 meeting with direct reports.


• Find opportunities to interact with customers to assess how team is performing, incorporate feedback into department ways of working.


• Contribute to departmental or branch strategic planning.


• Ensure direct reports are properly equipped with tools and safety PPE required to perform their responsibilities on customer sites.


• Coach and mentor direct reports through daily construction and commissioning questions and share best practices.


• Stay informed of new developments in field tools and technology and apply them to projects or business processes as required.


• Accountable for proper scheduling and utilization of employees within the team


• Propagate new installation, safety, and commissioning ideas within department/branch.


• Manage the process of receiving documentation, scheduling, and conducting sales release meetings.


• Assist sales personnel in review of project cost estimates, assist in creation of sales stage deliverables.


• Lead quality control and safety audit activity for department or branch, approve audits performed by others.


• Manage key performance indicators/measures on behalf of Operations Manager


• Develop and conduct subcontractor training to help them learn and understand design drawings.


• Assist PMs in the scheduling or forecasting of construction projects.


• Participate in pre-bid reviews and Sales-to-Operations turnover meetings to evaluate accuracy of the sales estimate and job layout.


• Ensures the group meets company gross profit objectives through field productivity, scheduling, and controlling costs.


• Ensure all permits and licenses are secured for each assigned project.


• Coordinate resou rces to complete successful start-up and commissioning of the systems to the end user.

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