LVC Companies · 1 day ago
Project Manager - Fire Protection
Hibbing,MN,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expLVC Companies is the area's leading fire protection and systems integration company, established in 1982. They are seeking a Project Manager responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial oversight, and delivery of fire protection projects, ensuring adherence to contractual, safety, quality, and cost requirements.
Construction
Responsibilities
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
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 timesheets, purchase requests, subcontractor invoices, and cost allocations
Collaborate with the Project Accountant to prepare accurate, audit-ready billing packages
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
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
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
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
Identify project changes, design modifications, or field-driven revisions
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Fire Protection, or related field
5-10+ years of project management experience in industrial fire protection or complex mechanical systems
Experience managing cost-plus or reimbursable contract structures
Strong knowledge of NFPA standards, fire pumps, suppression systems, and water supply infrastructure
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and interact with client stakeholders
Proficiency in project management tools
Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Preferred
PMP, NICET, or PE (Fire Protection) certification preferred but not required
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan
ESOP
FSA
LegalShield
Employee Assistance Program
PTO
Holiday pay
Company
LVC Companies
A national technology partner keeping you protected and connected since 1982.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bert Bongard
President/CEO/Board of Directors at LVC Companies, Inc
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