Dayworks Assistant Project Manager

About Us: Since 1990, Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. has been an industry leader in fire prevention systems including design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, inspection and rapid response. With offices in Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver Washington, our mission is to provide the highest quality systems and services while protecting the lives and property of our customers. Learn more at www.patriotfire.com. 

 

Why You'll Love This Role: As a Dayworks Asst Project Manager in our after-market ITM department in our Tacoma branch, you’ll be the backbone of our service and maintenance department, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with a wide range of teams from the accounting department to designers and managers contributing to the success of our projects.

 

What You'll Do:

  • Support Project Managers: Assist in procuring material, putting proposals together, coordinating equipment needed, and any other information pertinent to a variety of different job types/scopes.
  • Communication: Interact with customers regarding service calls through phone and email communication. Prepare and manage emails, work orders, reports, and other correspondence.
  • Liaison: Serve as the communication hub between field personnel, customers, and government agencies.
  • Problem Solve: Use critical thinking skills to problem solve with different levels of information available.
  • Data Management: Organize and manage data in spreadsheets and other software solutions.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with managers and team to oversee daily operations and continually seek ways to improve process efficiency.
  • Professional Growth: Embrace opportunities to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities.

 

What We’re Looking For:

  •  Industry Experience: 2+ years of project management or project coordination experience. Experience in the construction industry or fire/life/safety industry is preferred but not required.
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED
  • Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (particularly Excel) and Google Suite (particularly GSheets) 
  • Attention to Detail: Strong follow-up skills and a keen eye for detail.
  • Process-driven: Affinity for developing, maintaining and repeating standardized and multi-step processes.
  • Team-Minded: Bring an infectious positive energy that ignites team spirit and collaboration
  • Compliance: Willing to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check. NOTE: This is a Safety Sensitive position. All employees must pass a pre-employment drug test, including screening for marijuana. In the event of a workplace injury, additional drug testing will be required. Positive test results may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
  • Availability: Able to work 40 hours/week plus possess a spotless driving record and valid license. Occasional field job site visits necessary.

 

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

  • Continually seeks ways to improve efficiencies.
  • Desire to grow and willingness to learn.
  • Responds appropriately to a fast paced and, at times, high stress environment while maintaining organizational and operational rigor.
  • Positive attitude and professional demeanor, including good judgment and honesty.
  • Takes initiative and can operate with minimal guidance.
  • Trains teammates and openly shares knowledge and experience.
  • Communicates professionally with peers, customers, vendors, and managers.
  • Customer-centric: goes the extra mile to get the job done correctly.

 

Perks of Joining Our Team:

  • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and enthusiastic team
  • Growth Opportunities: Learn new skills and advance your career
  • Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in the success of exciting projects

 

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding challenge and contribute to a thriving team, apply now to become our next Dayworks Asst Project Manager!

 

Patriot Fire Protection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.