Project Manager - PSS

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership

With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.

At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!

Project Manager - PSS

Where Fire Safety Innovation Meets Opportunity

As part of Kidde Global Solutions Commercial Fire Business Unit, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership in fire safety, working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. With a recent $10M investment in product innovation, we’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now.

About This Role:

At Kidde Global Solutions Commercial Fire Business Unit, we are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Project Manager.

Purpose:

In the role of Project Manager, you’ll work cross-functionally with our Field Service, Applications and Sales Operations teams focused on supporting our installation partners to ensure all aspects of the project remain on schedule and within budget.

Key Characteristics:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Supervision
• Project and process management
• Negotiation skills
• Budget development and tracking
• Mentoring and coaching
• Critical thinking
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

Project Manager Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinates meetings with installation contractors.
• Attend relevant meetings with our client as well as job progress meetings with our installation partners.
• Prepares, updates and completes action plans. (updates job progress and task list items in CRM tool (Salesforce, Mission Control, etc.)
• Prepare status reports for client(s)
• Implements installation, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.
• Resolves problems, completes audits, identifies trends, determines system improvements, and implements change.
• Oversee the project schedule to ensure alignment with project milestones, addressing variances and coordinating corrective actions

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Proven track record of 2–3 years managing construction-related projects from planning through completion
• Willingness to travel: (50% travel to installation sites.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business, or related field
• PMP, CAPM, or other relevant Project Management certification(s)
• Proficient with spreadsheet software and project management software
•  Project Management experience in the fire or security industry
• Commercial building systems experience
• Self-starter motivated to expand skill set and grow experience
• Effective organizational, problem solving and multi-tasking skills
• Skilled in interpreting and analyzing construction blueprints and technical drawings
• Proficient in using Bluebeam Revu for PDF editing, markup, and collaboration on construction documents

Compensation and Benefits 

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.  

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.