W&M Fire Protection, a subsidiary of Davis-Ulmer Sprinkler Company, is a full-service fire protection contractor with complete design, installation, and fabrication capability.  W&M has proudly served the tri-state and New England areas for over 20 years, and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment.

At Davis-Ulmer we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience.  The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

As a result of continued growth, we are currently seeking candidates for a Project Manager at our office in Hawthorne, NY.  Please read through the following job description, if you are interested in applying, please be sure to attach a cover letter and resume for our review.

What we offer:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flex Spending
Health Savings
401(k)
Profit Sharing
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Life and Disability Insurance Options

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to contribute to the organization and growth of our Alarm and Detection division. This person should take ownership and pride in assisting with the development of this division and its contribution to the company as a whole. The ability to maintain a strong work ethic and desire to succeed without micro-management is a must. This person will be a significant member of the team; performance will have a big impact on the division.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and coordinate all tasks for service and contract jobs from time of contract award to completion. Including:
    • Understand and manage budget.
    • Manage and review job design.
    • Submit for and track permit status.
    • Order, inventory, prepare, and stage materials.
    • Coordinate labor according to job schedule.
    • Schedule testing and inspections.
    • Follow through on close out documents.
  • Maintain relationships with customers to both understand their needs and manage their expectations.
  • Assist with billing and Accounts Receivable.
  • Maintain relationships with office and field crews to clearly communicate needs, job progress, and manage expectations for new and existing jobs.
  • Assist sales team by providing information to build accurate & profitable proposals.
  • Share insight on how to improve on processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

  • Excellent inter-personal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Understanding of and ability to manage job budgets.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Requires accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Requires knowledge of and the ability to learn about current and future products to be sold by the company.
  • Strong commitment toward delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
  • Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone, and in writing.
  • Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings and product specifications.
  • Commitment to safety.
  • Moderate to advanced computer skills.  

Education / Experience:

  • High School Diploma / GED required.
  • Associate’s Degree preferred.
  • Previous field technician and/or project management experience preferred.
  • Previous experience working with fire alarm systems preferred.
  • Previous experience working with special hazards fire suppression systems a bonus.
  • NICET certifications or any other related certifications a bonus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

  • Office, shop, and field environment.
  • Will require organizing materials in company shop. Shop contains heavy equipment, various job materials, stairs, and vehicles loading and unloading materials and equipment.
  • Field environment consists of active construction sites and finished customer spaces in a variety of industries.
  • Must have ability to drive to customer sites, stand, walk, and climb for extended periods of time and in various weather and job conditions.
  • Job responsibilities may apply to both Hawthorne and Holbrook office locations.
  • Work territory includes, but is no limited to, the tri-state area and lower Hudson valley.

LIMITATIONS and QUALIFICATIONS:

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Davis-Ulmer and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To Build Great Leaders"

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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