Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

　　Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

　　What we offer:

　　Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

　　Employee Assistant Program

　　Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA

　　401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%

　　Employee Stock Purchase Plan

　　Profit Sharing Plan

　　Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave

　　Paid Holidays

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Annual Discretionary Bonus

　　Employer Paid Life Insurance

　　Gym membership reimbursement

　　Project Manager and Designer (Entry-Level)

　　This individual will design, coordinate, and project manage the fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, material procurement, analyzing changes, and solving problems.

　　The pay range for this position is $50-70k per year, depending on level of experience.

　　Job Responsibilities

　　Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and general contractor / owner to gather the required information to design the project’s fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm system

　　Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities

　　Create detailed drawings through extensive use of CAD type software

　　Procurement of all material required throughout the project

　　Perform hydraulic calculations

　　Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work

　　Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use

　　Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations

　　Coordinate with other departments within office and field technicians to ensure proper handover of job information

　　Conduct long range project planning and scheduling

　　Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements

　　Directly manage field labor force of assigned projects to assure maximum productivity

　　Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements

　　Manage cost estimating for changes in work and submit in a timely manner

　　Process project billings and monitor outstanding invoices

　　Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines

　　Forecast future manpower requirements

　　Oversee work of subcontractors

　　Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required

　　Ensure work complies with codes and permits

　　Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices

　　Job Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related program of study

　　Experience with CAD software

　　Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines

　　Detail orientated with an ability to organize and effectively manage multiple complex tasks and solve problems

　　Ability to coordinate and work in a team environment

　　Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills

　　Highly motivated and proactive

　　Excellent communication skills-written and verbal

　　Previous construction industry experience is preferred

　　Must be able to pass a background check and post offer drug screen

　　Valid driver’s license is required

　　All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

　　VEVRAA Federal Contractor