Fire Sprinkler Design Manager

Century Fire Protection; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Duluth, GA seeks a senior leader to design and oversee fire sprinkler systems for diverse projects. You will guide the design team, ensure code compliance, and coordinate with PMs and field teams to deliver constructible designs.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in design, NICET III/IV, and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. This role emphasizes mentoring staff, standards development, and active participation in client meetings to drive project success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• 3+ years of design team management or supervisory experience.
• NICET Level III or IV in Fire Protection preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection design software.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of fire sprinkler designers.
• Oversee the design of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
• Review and approve design drawings, calculations, and submittals prepared by design staff.
• Coordinate design requirements with project managers and field personnel.
• Develop and maintain departmental standards, templates, and workflows.
• Support permitting processes and respond to AHJ inquiries.
• Assist with resource allocation, project planning, and departmental budgeting.
• Lead design reviews, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in client meetings and represent the design department in cross-functional discussions.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design

Team leadership

NFPA standards

Hydraulics

AutoCAD

Revit

Project coordination

Communication

Education

NICET Level III/IV in Fire Protection

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SprinkCad

HydroCAD

Job description

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Duluth - Duluth, GA 30096

Position Type: Full Time

Summary

Responsible for leading the design department for fire sprinkler and suppression systems, overseeing project design quality, team performance, and compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications; manages design staff, coordinates with project managers and field teams, and ensures timely delivery of accurate, constructible designs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of fire sprinkler designers.
• Oversee the design of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
• Review and approve design drawings, calculations, and submittals prepared by design staff.
• Coordinate design requirements with project managers and field personnel.
• Develop and maintain departmental standards, templates, and workflows.
• Support permitting processes and respond to AHJ inquiries.
• Assist with resource allocation, project planning, and departmental budgeting.
• Lead design reviews, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in client meetings and represent the design department in cross-functional discussions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma, technical training or degree preferred, and 8+ years of fire sprinkler design experience; 3+ years of design team management or supervisory experience; NICET Level III or IV in Fire Protection Engineering preferred. Extensive knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, hydraulics, and NFPA standards; proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection design software; ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office applications and SprinkCad preferred (AutoCad, or HydroCAD).

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of computer work; required to sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach with hands and arms, and/or climb a ladder.

What's In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Build a Career that Burns Bright!

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow.

We support and hire Veterans.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.