Posted 14 days ago
Project Manager
@ Fire safety and protection LLC
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) is hiring a Project Manager reporting to the General Manager and Senior Project Manager. The role leads a multidisciplined team to deliver fire alarm and life safety projects and services on time and within budget, covering cost control, scheduling, materials and sales reporting. The posting requires 3+ years in the fire alarm industry, a CFAA certification or electrical background, and a valid G driver's licence, with some travel to sites expected.
Responsibilities:
- Lead multidisciplined project team to deliver on time and within budget
- Prepare and track job costs to completion
- Manage equipment, materials ordering and project schedules
- Read blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications
- Generate weekly project status and manpower reports
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years progressive experience in the fire alarm industry
- CFAA certification or electrical background with 309A
- Knowledge of Ontario and National Building and Fire Codes
- Ability to read drawings and perform take-offs
- Valid G driver's licence
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Project management |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CFAA Fire Alarm Technician, 309A |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Veterans |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support |
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Fire safety and protection LLC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
Embark on a rewarding career with Fire Safety and Protection (FSP)!
FSP's rich multi-decade history is built on lasting customer relationships and continued high-quality service. We are proud to offer a full suite of life safety solutions across the U.S. and Canada. Our certified technicians deliver code-compliant fire safety solutions tailored to our customers' needs. It’s our goal to be the single source for our customers’ inspection, maintenance, repair, design and installation of their fire and security systems. With continuous training in the latest technologies and regulations, our customers trust us for high-quality workmanship that keeps their building systems in optimal condition for ongoing safety.
We are military friendly!
At FSP, we believe military veterans bring unmatched dedication, discipline, and a strong sense of purpose—qualities that align perfectly with our mission to protect lives and property through high-quality fire and life safety services. Our team values leadership, precision, and teamwork—making FSP a natural next step for those who have served. FSP accepts technical certification credit for military experience in relevant fields.
Learn more here.
Apply today and become part of a company where your skills and dedication are value
Job Description:
The Project Manager reports to the General Manager and Senior Project Manager and is responsible for all aspects of projects including management of contractor sales, cost control on projects, project management, material preparation, work scheduling, and project breakdown.
- Report to the Senior Project Manager and General Manager.
- Lead a multidisciplined team dedicated to delivering highest standards, involving project and service work on time, within budget, and using best practices and standard.
- Submission of verbal and written reports covering potentials for sales new and existing, any potential customer product, service or system needs.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, schematics and operational/product manuals.
- Establish contact and build relationships with clients, technicians, and subcontractors.
- Manage the equipment, materials ordering and delivery process, project schedules, manpower and materials.
- Prepare and track job costs to completion.
- Attend staff, construction and engineering meetings.
- Generate weekly reports of assigned projects, including status and manpower needs.
- Perform other related duties, as necessary.
- Some travel to sites and in office is expected.
Minimum Requirements
- 3+ years experience in the fire alarm industry demonstrating progressive responsibilities with either a CFAA certification or electrical background with 309A or equivalent experience.
- Fire Alarm Technician or Electrical Contractor experience preferred.
- Ability to read drawings and do take offs.
- Understanding of the current fire alarm system technology.
- Understanding of the Ontario and National Building, Fire Codes,
- Experience in maintaining project documentation, including as-built drawings, change order pricing, RFPs.
- Proficient computer skills: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written, with experience in writing detailed technical reports.
- Good understanding of general construction practices.
- Must have a valid G driver’s license.
Character Traits and Strengths:
- Sense of pride and commitment to projects and customers.
- Problem solver.
- Ability to mentor.
- Contribute to new ideas to improve workflow.
- Independent and assume responsibility.
- Handle multiple demands and priorities.
Benefits:
Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) provides comprehensive benefits to ensure the wellbeing of our employees:
- Extended Health Care
- Dental
- Vision
- LTD, STD
- Life Insurance
- EAP
- RRSP Matching
- Company Vehicle & Fuel Card
Why FSP?
Supportive Culture: We value our employees and provide ongoing training.
Career Growth: Advance your career with guidance from industry experts as well as tuition reimbursement and pay incentives.
Broad Opportunities: With offices in the eastern U.S. and Canada, we offer diverse locations and roles.
Client-Centered: We serve commercial property owners and facility managers with dedication and care.
Rapid Growth: Join us as we expand and invest in new markets. Professional Development:
Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) is committed to providing opportunities for employee career advancement within the fire and life safety industry. As part of this commitment, we offer a tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses employees for all or some of the costs of obtaining certifications upon a passing grade including but not limited to, CFAA Fire Alarm Technician courses 1-5, theory and practical exam as well as study materials, conferences/seminars, and workshops related to the fire and life safety industry.
Health & Safety:
The personal safety and health of each employee of our organization is of primary importance. We believe that our employees are our most important assets and that their safety is our greatest responsibility. It is Fire Safety and Protection’s objective to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees. At FSP we believe that illnesses and injuries can and must be prevented. We believe in empowering each employee to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.
FSP Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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