Fire & Smoke Project Manager

About this role

Lead the Job. Control the Chaos. Set the Standard.

Fire and smoke jobs don’t leave room for mistakes.

This role isn’t about reacting — it’s about leading with control, clarity, and confidence in the field.

We’re building a high-performance fire division with clear standards for execution, communication, and quality—and we’re looking for a Project Manager who can:

• Lead crews with authority in unpredictable environments
• Keep jobs organized, on pace, and under control
• Communicate clearly with homeowners during difficult situations
• Deliver clean, complete jobs without rework or confusion

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who performs under pressure and takes full ownership.

The Role

As a Fire & Smoke Project Manager, you own field execution and team performance across all fire and smoke restoration projects.

You ensure:

• Jobs are controlled, organized, and executed to standard
• Crews perform safely, efficiently, and with accountability
• Homeowners are informed, confident, and taken care of
• Work is completed cleanly, without delays or surprises

You are the standard setter in the field — where leadership turns chaos into structure.

What You’ll Own

• Run fire and smoke projects from first response through completion
• Control jobsite pace, quality, safety, and overall execution
• Lead crews with clear expectations and hold them accountable
• Own homeowner communication and manage expectations throughout the job
• Solve problems early to prevent delays, rework, or missed details
• Ensure documentation is accurate and jobs are completed cleanly
• Coordinate scheduling and support smooth handoffs when needed

What Success Looks Like

You are successful when:

• Jobs run clean, organized, and on schedule
• Crews perform without constant oversight
• Homeowners feel informed and confident throughout the project
• Problems are solved early — not escalated late
• Work is completed without rework, confusion, or missed details

You don’t just run jobs — you control outcomes.

What You Bring

Required:

• 3+ years in restoration, mitigation, or construction field leadership
• Fire and smoke restoration experience
• IICRC FSRT certification (required)
• Experience leading crews and running jobsites
• Strong communication with both crews and homeowners
• Ability to stay organized and decisive under pressure
• High attention to detail in both execution and documentation

Preferred:

• Additional IICRC certifications (WRT, ASD, etc.)
• Experience with Encircle or similar tools

Who This Is NOT For

This role is not for you if:

• You lose control of jobs when things get busy or unpredictable
• You avoid holding crews accountable
• You wait for direction instead of leading
• You struggle with communication during high-stress situations
• You overlook details that lead to rework or customer issues

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000 – $110,000+ base + performance incentives
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Ongoing training and development

About Us

Next Level Restoration & Remodel is a locally owned Albuquerque company built on:

• Integrity · Accountability · Passion · Consistency · Teamwork.

We don’t just complete restoration jobs — we set the standard for how they’re done.

Apply Now

If you can lead in the field, control the job, and deliver high-level results under pressure — apply now.