Sr Program Specialist - Construction, Fire or BAS Background

Accountabilities

You will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of complex construction programs, ensuring contractual compliance, financial performance, and consistent project delivery across multiple locations. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Oversee multi-year, multisite national programs, ensuring projects meet established schedules, design specifications, execution standards, and contractual requirements.

• Drive business growth, manage organizational and project changes, and ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously within a lean administrative environment, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and strong leadership.

• Lead and influence cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed timelines and quality standards.

• Coordinate project planning, scheduling, implementation, and monitoring, including budgets and financial performance.

• Manage subcontractor procurement, scheduling, coordination, and performance to ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Apply knowledge of construction contracts, contract documentation, labor laws, construction administration, and dispute resolution processes to minimize project risks.

• Anticipate, assess, negotiate, and manage changes to documented project scopes of work.

• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays or operational challenges, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

• Partner with senior program leadership, project managers, and customers to resolve challenges and support successful program execution.

• Maintain effective communication and strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, subcontractors, and external project partners.

• Ensure projects comply with company policies, reporting requirements, contractual commitments, and applicable standards.

• Oversee project testing, closeout activities, and final turnover to service, ensuring successful completion and consistent quality.

• Develop effective monitoring and reporting mechanisms to track project performance and identify areas requiring intervention.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction or engineering professional with strong program management capabilities and specialized knowledge of fire alarm systems. You should be comfortable managing complex projects, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and making effective decisions in a fast-paced environment. Key qualifications include:

• At least 5 years of experience in Architecture, Engineering, and Design/Build programs.

• At least 5 years of competitive construction industry experience managing programs or projects valued at more than $4 million.

• At least 3 years of experience in fire alarm systems.

• Familiarity with NFPA 72 and NFPA 101 standards, as well as fire alarm technologies and systems.

• Strong knowledge of construction management practices, including contracts, subcontractor management, project administration, and dispute resolution.

• Proven experience managing complex, multisite construction programs and coordinating cross-functional teams.

• Strong capabilities in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, financial monitoring, risk management, and problem-solving.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and subcontractor oversight skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and maintain accountability for delivery.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior leadership and project teams.

Additional qualifications that would be advantageous:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.

• Project Management Institute (PMI) certification.

• Certification or experience with XLS140 and XLS3000 Fire Detection, Suppression, and Mass Notification Control Systems.

• Xtralis VESDA accreditation.

• NICET Level III certification or higher.

Important eligibility requirements:

• Must qualify as a US Person under applicable export control regulations. This includes US citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with protected status under US asylum or refugee provisions.

• Must successfully complete and pass the required Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) background check.

• The position is subject to applicable US export control and site access requirements.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid time off covering vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-critical construction and building technology projects.

• Collaboration with experienced specialists and multidisciplinary teams.

• Remote working arrangement within the United States.