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Director of Fire Protection

2 months ago


Milwaukee, United States Gryphon Oakwood Full time

Director of Fire Protection - Commercial & Industrial Construction - Milwaukee, WI


Gryphon Oakwood are exclusively partnered on a Director of Fire Protection role for a leading MEP construction contractor in the upper-Midwest. The role will lead the Fire Protection department including the installation, service, sales and design teams.


Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements strategic project plans ensuring alignment with schedules, budgets, and project scope.
  • Provides expert guidance and ensures adherence to all relevant codes, standards, and unique project specifications.
  • Proactively identifies and mitigates potential risks impacting costs, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Directs project financial management by tracking expenditures, analyzing progress reports, and adjusting project plans to optimize efficiency.
  • Champions exceptional customer service by fostering responsive, concise, and professional communication with all stakeholders.
  • Empowers and oversees superintendents in delivering timely responses and updates to customer concerns.
  • Provides strategic leadership at pre-construction meetings and critical project milestones.
  • Represents the company as a licensed professional during inspections, as required.
  • Collaborates with the Construction Project Coordinator on critical aspects including material scheduling, deliveries, and inspections.
  • Manages the procurement process by soliciting fabrication quotes, reviewing material costs, and ensuring budget accuracy.
  • Conducts ongoing financial analysis by preparing monthly "Cost to Complete" reports for informed decision-making.
  • Forges strong cross-functional partnerships with Superintendents, Administrators, Coordinators, Designers, and Estimators to guarantee project success.
  • Drives seamless project handoff by coordinating transitions between departments.
  • Partners with the Construction Operations Manager in long-range project planning and resource allocation.


Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience leading fire protection construction projects and teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret complex building documents including architectural, mechanical, and electrical schematics.
  • Proven track record of managing multiple priorities and delivering projects on time.
  • Exceptional communication skills with a focus on clear and concise delivery to both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in advanced MS Office Suite applications to manage workflows and data analysis.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with a strong sense of self-motivation.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills for navigating difficult conversations with employees and customers alike.
  • In-depth knowledge of NFPA standards for fire safety compliance.


If this role is of interest please reach out to kieran.hitchen@gryphonoakwood.com for a confidential call or apply directly via the link above.