Fire Sprinkler/ Suppression Project Manager

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Murrieta, CA

22h

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler/Suppression Project Manager oversees fire sprinkler and fire suppression service projects from inception through completion. The role coordinates field technicians, communicates with clients and other stakeholders, ensures code and safety compliance, and delivers projects on time and within budget. The position manages installation, repair, maintenance, retrofit, and inspection projects; develops scopes, estimates, schedules, and budgets; coordinates materials and subcontractors; maintains project documentation; and supports technical troubleshooting and sales efforts. The Project Manager also delegates work, leads interdepartmental teams, conducts cost and risk analyses, and serves as a liaison among the company, customers, and vendors. The role follows OSHA requirements and applicable regulations, standards, specifications, and company policies.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the fire protection industry, focused on sprinkler or suppression systems.
• Proven project management experience, ideally in a service-based environment.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling software, such as Microsoft Project or ServiceTrade.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Thorough understanding of, or ability to quickly learn about, the project or product being developed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Nice To Haves

• Project management certifications are highly desirable.
• NICET Level II or higher certification in Water-Based Systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple fire sprinkler and fire suppression projects, including installations, repairs, maintenance, retrofits, and inspections.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, technicians, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Develop project scopes, estimates, schedules, and budgets, and monitor project progress and performance.
• Ensure project work complies with applicable NFPA codes, AHJ regulations, OSHA requirements, and safety standards.
• Coordinate material procurement, subcontractor scheduling, and field service dispatching.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, forms, and customer documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting technical issues and recommend solutions for system deficiencies.
• Support sales efforts by identifying service opportunities and providing recommendations.
• Delegate work and assignments to team members based on expertise, experience, and time constraints.
• Lead interdepartmental teams to complete projects on time, to specifications, and accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct cost analyses and estimate project costs; prepare and implement budgets based on estimates.
• Conduct risk assessments, report identified risks to management, and recommend mitigation, including project termination when appropriate.
• Act as a liaison among the company, customers, and vendors.
• Comply with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Training and career development.
• Company vehicle if applicable to the job.
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed