Fire Sprinkler Project Manager

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

401K with employer match

Paid vacation & holidays

Company vehicle

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC in Texas seeks a Fire Sprinkler Project Manager to oversee all aspects of fire protection construction from design through system operation. You will supervise design, scheduling, procurement, field construction, testing and turnover, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with NFPA, IFC, IBC and state regulations.

The role requires strong leadership, cost control, and coordination with AHJs, contractors and clients.

Qualifications

• Active Texas RME-General license required or preferred.
• NICET Water Based System I-III preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, scheduling, budgeting, and delivery of fire protection projects.
• Review shop drawings, materials lists, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate with AHJs, contractors, and clients to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise field installations, testing, and project handover.

Skills

Team leadership

Project oversight

Regulatory compliance

Cost management

Scheduling & coordination

AHJ coordination

Mentoring junior staff

Communication

Education

Texas RME-General license

NICET Water Based System I-III

Bachelors in Construction/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HydraCAD

AutoSprink

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.The Fire Sprinkler Project Manager holds overall management responsibility for all aspects of fire protection construction projects from conception through systems functioning. This role will oversee or conduct design, scheduling, planning, actual construction, expediting, inspection, quality control, and total delivery of the project according to established criteria. Responsible for tracking, forecasting, and communicating all costs, profits, and financial measures of the project. Through coordination with the site superintendent, they will organize and manage all the elements involved in construction such as labor, temporary and permanent materials, equipment, supplies, utilities, and time.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:System Design & layout: Create CAD design drawings and perform hydraulic calculations.Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and apply Texas Department of Insurance (.gov) rules, NFPA, IFC, IBC, and local codes.Project Oversight: Review shop drawings, coordinate material lists, manage project costs, and meet delivery deadlines.Field Supervision: Supervise field installations, oversee system testing, and sign off on contractor's material and test certificates.Team Leadership: Mentor junior sprinkler designers and coordinate with contractors and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).Material buyout and product selectionScheduling and labor coordination with both office and field personnel alikeDocument control, contract scope review and maintain records of the project for both current and future useCommunicate and attend weekly design and project management meetingsCost management, including identifying changes to the project scope that impact costs as well as ensure change orders and billings are submitted and paid in a timely mannerAssist with development, suitability and implementation of Risk Hazard AnalysesConduct site surveys, onsite commissioning and owners trainingFoster strong working relationships and rapport with customers, clients, subcontractors and colleaguesOther duties as assignedEducation & Qualifications:Fire Sprinkler experience prederred.Must hold an active Texas RME-General license issued by the State Fire Marshal’s Office.NICET Level III or IV certification in Fire Protection Engineering Technology / Automatic Sprinkler System Layout preferred.Strong expertise in AutoCAD and specialized layout software like HydraCAD, AutoSprink, and AutoCAD preferred.At least 5 years of job design and project management experience requiredDegree in Construction Management, Engineering or other applicable degree from a technical school or college preferredWorking knowledge of fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems preferred, but not requiredNICET Water Based System I, II, or III preferredOther Duties:Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety PolicyPerforms other duties as assignedBenefits and Perks:Excellent payMedical, dental, visionCompany paid life insuranceCompany paid short-term disability401K with employer matchPaid vacation and company holidaysTraining and Career DevelopmentCompany vehicle (if job applicable)Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employeesPye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.