Operation Manager – Fire Alarms

Job #25-18

Oliver Fire Protection & Security is a privately held, full- service fire protection contractor serving the
Northeast Corridor. Founded in 1957, Oliver has distinguished itself as the most respected fire protection
contractor in its territory, placing a high emphasis on delivering a quality product while exceeding customer
expectations. An integral part of the Oliver full- service package is the provision of fire alarm and security.
The culture at Oliver is one of hard work and determination, preceding success.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage the Oliver Alarms & Security Operations team
• Develop and Execute plan for supporting the growth of the department while maintaining acceptable overhead levels to meet company profit objectives
• Analyze operational and financial indicators to continuously improve team performance
• Ensure profitable operations with full P&L accountability
• Monitor and authorize appropriate expenditures including equipment and supplies
• Emulate Oliver culture of dedication and accountability as a foundation to success of a high
  performance team
• Maintain a positive, professional environment in full compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Recruit, hire, and fire to build team that will accomplish departmental objectives
• Project Manage high profile and large jobs; project managers for other jobs report to this position
• Alarm Design Manager reports to this position
• Service Manager reports to this position
• Build and develop customer relationships to further departmental growth
• Assist estimators in estimating labor and planning jobs during the estimating stage
• Learn and utilize Spectrum for Job Costing; Review weekly job cost reports
• Administer wage policy as established by the corporation
• Supervise and assist in the collection of overdue or disputed accounts receivables
• Represent corporation at various associations and industry functions
• Coordination with other Oliver Departments as needed

Candidate Requirements:

• 15 years proven experience in the Fire Alarm/ Security industry
• 10 years Management/ Leadership experience
• History of building and growing strong and successful teams
• Ability to synthesize business/financial data to develop solutions
• Strong in Organization, planning, and leadership
• Superior communication and relationship building skills
• Work well in a team environment
• Strong personal desire to succeed
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation
• Enthusiastic, goal oriented, and willingness to build upon a strong team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Energy and dedication to be a leader at Oliver
• PE, NICET III, and Electrical Licensure preferred
• 4-year college degree
• Knowledge regarding NFPA and building codes related to fire alarms and security

Our company is built upon hiring and retaining the best people in the industry. Each individual is an integral part to the Oliver team and our journey towards excellence. This position will report directly to President, David Oliver. Oliver offers a competitive compensation package including Salary, Incentive Compensation (bonus), Profit Sharing (retirement), Medical, Dental, and Life insurance. All interested candidates must contact David Oliver by a deadline of Friday February 21, 2025 to be considered for the position.

Job Department

Fire Alarm

Job Type

Full Time

Job Location

501 Feheley Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406

Job Expiry Date

2025-04-30