Fire Sprinkler Project Manager – NJ Field Leader

Newark Fire Sprinkler corp; West Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle or travel reimburse

Job summary

Newark Fire Sprinkler corp in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee fire sprinkler projects across New Jersey. This role manages the full project lifecycle, ensuring code compliance, schedules, and budgets, with a focus on delivering high-quality life-safety systems.

The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of fire protection and a proven track record of handling multiple concurrent projects.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of project management experience in fire protection or construction.
• Strong NFPA knowledge and fire sprinkler expertise.
• Familiarity with New Jersey permitting and local fire codes.
• Ability to read construction drawings and technical documents.
• Proficient in project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel throughout NJ.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple fire sprinkler projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Develop plans, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress and adjust as needed.
• Coordinate with engineers, AHJs, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Review drawings, specs, and contracts for scope and code compliance.
• Manage permitting, inspections, and approvals per NJ regulations.
• Perform site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety.
• Identify and resolve field issues with other trades.
• Procure materials and equipment.
• Communicate updates to clients and address concerns.
• Ensure OSHA safety standards and company policies.
• Prepare RFIs, submittals, change orders, closeout packages.

Skills

Project management

NFPA knowledge

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Organizational skills

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Newark Fire Sprinkler corp in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee fire sprinkler projects across New Jersey. This role manages the full project lifecycle, ensuring code compliance, schedules, and budgets, with a focus on delivering high-quality life-safety systems.

The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of fire protection and a proven track record of handling multiple concurrent projects.