Fire Alarm Superintendent/Foreman

Essel; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Essel is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Superintendent / Foreman to lead fire alarm installation on high-level commercial construction projects in the Dallas, TX area.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing fire alarm systems, the ability to read and interpret construction plans, and a proven background working on complex commercial projects, particularly hospital and healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Fire Protection Superintendent or foreman on large commercial projects.
• Hands-on experience with commercial fire alarm systems.
• Ability to read and interpret fire alarm plans and drawings.
• Experience on large-scale commercial projects in the $3M–$5M+ range.
• Hospital/healthcare construction experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fire alarm installation crews on commercial projects.
• Install, troubleshoot, and oversee fire alarm systems per plans and codes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and project specs.
• Coordinate installation with other trades, project management, and the GC.
• Ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Manage field activities, manpower, materials, and progress.
• Support inspections, testing, and system turnover.
• Communicate updates and material needs to management.

Skills

Fire protection leadership

Read blueprints

Coordinate crews

Troubleshooting

Safety and quality

Project coordination

Education

NICET certification

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fire Protection Superintendent / Foreman to lead and oversee fire alarm installation work on high-level commercial construction projects in the Dallas, TX area. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing fire alarm systems, the ability to confidently read and interpret construction plans, and a proven background working on complex commercial projects, particularly hospital and healthcare facilities.

This role is ideal for a field leader who can take ownership of fire alarm installations, coordinate crews and subcontractors, and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and according to project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead fire alarm installation crews on commercial construction projects.
• Install, troubleshoot, and oversee fire alarm systems in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, fire alarm plans, and project specifications.
• Coordinate installation activities with other trades, project management, and the General Contractor.
• Ensure fire alarm systems are installed correctly and according to project requirements.
• Review plans and identify potential installation issues before they impact project progress.
• Manage daily field activities, manpower, materials, and installation schedules.
• Monitor project progress and maintain quality and productivity standards.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company and jobsite requirements.
• Assist with inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and system turnover.
• Communicate project updates, challenges, and material needs to project management.
• Provide leadership and direction to installers and field personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fire Protection Superintendent, Fire Alarm Foreman, Fire Alarm Superintendent, or similar field leadership role.
• Strong hands-on experience with commercial fire alarm systems.
• Ability to independently read and interpret fire alarm plans and construction drawings.
• Experience installing fire alarm systems based on plans and project specifications.
• Previous experience working on large-scale commercial construction projects, ideally in the $3M–$5M+ range.
• Hospital/healthcare construction experience is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm installation practices, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to lead crews and coordinate work in an active commercial construction environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET certification is highly preferred and considered a strong plus.
• Experience with hospital, healthcare, institutional, or other complex commercial facilities.
• Experience coordinating fire alarm installations with electrical, mechanical, and other construction trades.
• Familiarity with applicable fire alarm codes, standards, and inspection requirements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on fire alarm professional who has progressed into a Foreman or Superintendent-level role and is comfortable taking ownership of large, complex commercial installations. Experience on hospital projects and $3M–$5M+ construction projects is especially valuable.

This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should be able to walk onto a complex commercial project, read the fire alarm plans, understand the scope of work, and effectively lead the installation from the field.