VP / Fire Protection Division Manager

Our fast-growing fire sprinkler protection and life safety system company, VSC Fire & Security, in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking candidates for the position of VP / Fire Protection Division Manager.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Excellent bonsus structure
• A challenging work environment with endless opportunities.
• Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
• A 401K plan with a company match.
• PTO and Paid Holidays.
• Opportunities for training and advancement.
• Relevant educational and licensure reimbursement for qualified candidates.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cutting-edge technological expertise in fire protection and life safety solutions.
• A strong safety record.

 What you need:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in management, P&L management, inventory, budgeting, scheduling, and contract negotiation.
• Conflict resolution, organizational and analytical skills are required.
• Industry-related work experience or related field to include prior management experience.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in business or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate with internal and external customers in a positive and professional manner.
• Advanced knowledge of building code requirements for the fire protection industry.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate the best possible pricing and discounts with local vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings and job-specific specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) is required.
• NICET III or IV is preferred.
• Mobility required for in-person visits with clients.
• Capable of using ladders, lifts, and scaffolding when necessary to view work, as well as the ability to enter confined spaces, attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
• Visual acuity is required for reading documents, meters, and drawings.
• Clear speaking voice for phone interaction.
• Auditory acuity for face-to-face interaction with staff, clients, and AHJs.
• Digital dexterity for PC use.
• Must possess a valid driver's license to use a company vehicle.
• Must pass a drug test and security screening as needed.

 What you will do:

• Work with department managers on planning and monitoring job costs and profitability of contracted work to meet department.
• Monitor the activity, productivity, and accuracy of supervisors and employees.
• Assist with providing in-service training for staff and support training and testing for staff certifications.
• Evaluate and discuss with direct reports their progress to include strengths and weaknesses to assist them with their professional growth and meeting of professional goals.
• Review and reinforce standard operating procedures with Address workplace behaviors that raise the risk of liability.
• Work with clients to ensure that all circumstances involving disagreements as to scope, method of handling on-site conditions, and/or other client dissatisfaction are handled tactfully and with patience and integrity.
• Visit customer sites as necessary to check on work progress and fulfillment of contractual commitments.
• Monitor the activity, productivity, and accuracy of supervisors and employees.
• Train, coach, and assist in developing employees.
• Meet with current client base to maintain business relationships and promote new business through value-added offerings.
• Ensure sales follow up on leads, cultivate new contacts, implement specific marketing strategies, and/or expand related services and offerings.
• Assist in preparing proposals and estimates for new and established customers with sales execs.
• Work with department managers on planning and monitoring job costs and profitability of contracted work to meet department
• Ensure that all site-specific and company safety standards are followed.