| Location | Schaumburg, IL |
| Salary | $100,000–$130,000 Per Year |
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Company Overview
At Fortis Fire & Safety, we provide industry-leading fire protection & security services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, North Carolina, and Chicago, and we are acquiring new brands all the time.
We are proud to work together as one team under the Fortis Fire & Safety family, which includes CJ Suppression, Diversified Systems, Inc., Integrated Fire & Security Solutions, LaMarco Systems, LifeSafety Management, Piper Fire Protection, and VFS Fire & Security Services. United by a shared mission, we deliver comprehensive fire protection and security solutions nationwide.
Joining Fortis means becoming part of a nationwide, next-generation fire protection company. We're dedicated to a People-First philosophy, where we invest in our team through training and development, as well as a competitive benefits package. In return, we expect the very best from each of our employees every day.
If you are ready to be exceptional in your chosen career, apply to work with us today!
Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
**This is a general overview of benefits. Specific eligibility and coverage details will be provided during the hiring process**
Job Summary:
Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and client-focused Account Manager - National Accounts to join our National Accounts team based at our headquarters in Schaumburg, IL. This role is responsible for managing and growing relationships with multi-site and national commercial customers while identifying opportunities to expand Fortis' services across customer portfolios.
The Account Manager serves as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned accounts, ensuring exceptional customer service, operational coordination, contract retention, and long-term account growth. This position works closely with facilities leaders, property managers, portfolio owners, and corporate stakeholders across commercial real estate, healthcare, education, logistics, industrial, and other multi-location environments.
While a strong relationship-management mindset is critical, successful candidates will also demonstrate the ability to develop new business opportunities through existing customer relationships, referrals, industry connections, prospecting, and strategic outreach. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting large, complex customer portfolios and understands how to build executive-level relationships that drive retention, expansion, and revenue growth.
This role requires the ability to quickly establish credibility with customers, uncover customer needs, coordinate internal resources, and create opportunities for additional service adoption across multiple locations. This position includes up to 50% travel to client locations and Fortis operating branches. When not traveling, this is an in-office role based at our Schaumburg, IL headquarters.
**In addition to the base salary range listed, this position is eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include commission or bonus components. Total compensation will include base salary plus incentives, depending on performance and final role alignment.**
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualification
This pay range reflects the compensation rate Fortis Fire & Safety reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as experience and skillset. This role is also eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, pet insurance, short term/long term disability, etc...
This role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, movement around the office or job site, and operation of standard equipment. Physical activities can include reaching, bending, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs. Field positions may involve heavy lifting, working in varying climates (including outdoor conditions), construction or low-voltage environments, and exposure to dust, noise, or confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. Some roles may require travel.
Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of job-related pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and/or drug testing, in accordance with applicable laws.
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