Fire Sprinkler Design Manager

CENTURY FIRE PROTECTION LLC; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training and Education

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Duluth, GA, is seeking a seasoned Design Manager to lead the fire sprinkler design department. You will oversee project designs, enforce NFPA standards, and ensure timely delivery of accurate, constructible designs.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, coordinating with project managers and field teams, and developing departmental standards. NICET certification and 8+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• 3+ years of design team management or supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of NFPA standards and ability to review drawings and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the fire sprinkler design team and mentor staff.
• Oversee design of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards and local codes.
• Review and approve drawings, calculations, and submittals.
• 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 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

Education

NICET Level III or IV in Fire Protection Engineering

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HydroCAD

Job description

Job Details

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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!

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

• 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 support and hire Veterans and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.