What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Fire Protection Sprinkler Project Manager/Superintendent position at Patriot Fire Inc?
Fire Sprinkler Project Manager / Superintendent
Position Summary
The Fire Sprinkler Project Manager/Superintendent is responsible for the full lifecycle management of fire sprinkler projects—from planning and coordination through field installation, close-out, and maintenance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring the ability to manage schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field personnel while also stepping into field work when necessary to support project completion.
This position serves as a key point of contact between clients, engineers, inspectors, internal teams, and vendors. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in fire protection systems, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to drive projects to successful, compliant, and high-quality outcomes.
Fire Protection experience in fire sprinkler is REQUIRED.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of fire sprinkler projects including design review, layout verification, installation, inspection, repair, and system maintenance.
- Create and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, manpower plans, and material lists.
- Coordinate effectively with clients, engineers, GCs, architects, inspectors, and subcontractors to ensure scope accuracy and project success.
- Lead, mentor, and direct field crews while ensuring proper staffing and resource allocation.
- Ensure all work complies with NFPA standards, local/state codes, AHJ requirements, and safety regulations.
- Procure project materials, track inventory, and ensure timely delivery to job sites.
- Conduct regular job-site visits to monitor progress, enforce quality standards, and resolve technical or logistical challenges.
- Prepare and deliver project updates, cost projections, and schedule reports to the Operations Manager.
- Identify project risks or delays and implement mitigation strategies promptly.
- Maintain accurate and thorough project documentation including change orders, RFI logs, daily reports, and close-out packets.
- Support field installation efforts when required to meet deadlines or address complex technical issues.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
- 3–5 years of experience in fire protection sprinkler systems project management.
- Fire service, military, or mechanical trades experience considered valuable.
- Working knowledge of NFPA standards, fire codes, and inspection requirements (preferred).
- Ability to read, review, and interpret blueprints, hydraulic calculations, and installation drawings with accuracy.
- Proven leadership skills with experience managing multiple crews or concurrent projects.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients and internal teams.
- Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (preferred).
- NICET Level II or III in Sprinkler or Fire Alarm (preferred but not required).
Physical & Compliance Requirements
- Ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and climbing ladders.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various environmental conditions.
- Clean 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with monthly performance bonuses.
- Company-paid health insurance, with dental and vision plans available.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and career advancement.