
Experienced Fire Protection Sprinkler Project Manager/Superintendent
Patriot Fire Protection, Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Stockbridge • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- 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).
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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
fire sprinkler project managementdesign reviewlayout verificationinstallationinspectionrepairsystem maintenancebudget managementproject schedulingblueprint interpretation
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationrelationship-buildingorganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailmentoringresource allocationclient coordinationrisk management
Certifications
OSHA 10OSHA 30NICET Level II in SprinklerNICET Level III in Sprinkler