Fire Safety Inspector Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

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FSP's rich multi-decade history is built on lasting customer relationships and continued high-quality service. We are proud to offer a full suite of life safety solutions across the U.S. and Canada. Our certified technicians deliver code-compliant fire safety solutions tailored to our customers' needs. It’s our goal to be the single source for our customers’ inspection, maintenance, repair, design and installation of their fire and security systems. With continuous training in the latest technologies and regulations, our customers trust us for high-quality workmanship that keeps their building systems in optimal condition for ongoing safety.
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At FSP, we believe military veterans bring unmatched dedication, discipline, and a strong sense of purpose-qualities that align perfectly with our mission to protect lives and property through high-quality fire and life safety services. Our team values leadership, precision, and teamwork-making FSP a natural next step for those who have served. FSP accepts technical certification credit for military experience in relevant fields.
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Job Description:
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing fire alarm and fire sprinkler system projects from contract award through final closeout. This role ensures projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and customer requirements. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers, internal teams, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of fire alarm or fire sprinkler projects, including scheduling, execution, inspections, and closeout
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and change orders to ensure scope clarity and compliance
• Perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, as required for job costing, measurements, and material quantities.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
• Coordinate with design teams, field supervisors, technicians, inspectors, and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with local and state fire codes and company safety policies
• Submit and track permits, shop drawings, submittals, and inspection documentation
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment to meet project timelines
• Conduct job site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety
• Identify and resolve project issues, including scope changes, delays, or cost impacts
• Communicate regularly with customers regarding project status, milestones, and expectations
• Review and approve invoices and project expenses as required
• Prepare project closeout documents, including as-builts, warranties, and training materials
• Support a culture of safety by promoting safe work practices and addressing safety concerns professionally

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience in fire alarm and/or fire sprinkler systems
• Experience working with fire marshals and inspectors
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Licenses and Certifications

• NICET certification (Level II or higher preferred)
• Fire Alarm or Sprinkler licensing (state or local, as applicable)
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Knowledge of construction accounting and job cost reporting

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds
• Combination of office and field work
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed
• Ability to climb ladders, access mechanical rooms, and work in active construction environments

Benefits:
Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) provides comprehensive benefits to ensure the wellbeing of our employees:

Company paid benefits:

• Life/AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Paid Holidays, and 1 floating holiday (employee choice)
• Paid jury duty and bereavement leave

Voluntary Health Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Benefits: Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness
• Legal Services
• HSA / Health Care and Dependent Care FSA Plans

Additional Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth)

Why FSP?
Supportive Culture: We value our employees and provide ongoing training.
Career Growth: Advance your career with guidance from industry experts as well as tuition reimbursement and pay incentives.
Broad Opportunities: With offices in the eastern U.S. and Canada, we offer diverse locations and roles.
Client-Centered: We serve commercial property owners and facility managers with dedication and care.
Rapid Growth: Join us as we expand and invest in new markets.

Professional Development:
FSP is committed to providing opportunities for employee career advancement within the Fire and Life Safety Industry. As part of this commitment, FSP offers various program sponsorships, including a NICET certification program, which reimburses employees for the costs of NICET Level I,II,III, IV study materials and testing and provides tiered pay increases upon achievement of certification.

Health & Safety:
The personal safety and health of each employee of our organization is of primary importance. We believe that our employees are our most important assets and that their safety is our greatest responsibility. It is Fire Safety and Protection’s objective to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees. At FSP we believe that illnesses and injuries can and must be prevented. We believe in empowering each employee to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.

FSP Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Privacy Notice:
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Drug-Free Workplace & Federal Compliance Notice
As a federal government contractor operating in safety-sensitive construction environments, Fire Safety and Protection is legally mandated to maintain a drug-free workplace in strict accordance with federal law. Under the Drug-Free Workplace Act and FAR 52.226-7, all controlled substances prohibited by federal statute-including marijuana/THC-are strictly forbidden within our operations.
Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Because federal regulations override state-level recreational marijuana laws, testing positive for marijuana/THC will result in the immediate revocation of a conditional job offer, regardless of local legalization or off-duty state protections.