Fire Sprinkler Sales Rep/PM

Century Fire Protection; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Odenton, MD is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Contract Sales Representative / Project Manager to drive new business, cultivate customer relationships, estimate projects, and oversee jobs from opportunity through completion. The role requires a strong background in fire sprinkler systems and construction, with the ability to read blueprints and navigate NFPA codes.

The position offers a full-time role with a salary range of $70,000 to $150,000, up to 25% travel,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of fire sprinkler estimating/sales experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and construction industry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new sales opportunities through outreach, leads, sales calls, and marketing strategies.
• Understand customer needs and develop effective sales strategies.
• Close sales and exceed established sales goals.
• Build lasting relationships with customers, General Contractors, and end users.
• Estimate projects ranging from $100K to $1MM+, along with smaller service and repair projects.
• Manage projects as needed, including change orders and field issues.
• Attend job walks, construction meetings, and other project meetings.
• Develop new business relationships and help grow Chesapeake Fire Protection’s fire sprinkler business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sales experience

Estimating

Project management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Chesapeake Sprinkler Odenton - Odenton, MD 21113

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Division 130 | Odenton, MD

Build relationships. Win projects. Grow the business.

Chesapeake Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Fire Sprinkler Contract Sales Representative / Project Manager to drive new business, develop customer relationships, estimate projects, and help manage jobs from opportunity through completion. This is a great opportunity for a motivated fire protection professional who knows the industry and knows how to turn relationships into results.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and qualify new sales opportunities through outreach, leads, sales calls, and marketing strategies.
• Understand customer needs and develop effective sales strategies.
• Close sales and exceed established sales goals.
• Build lasting relationships with customers, General Contractors, and end users.
• Estimate projects ranging from $100K to $1MM+, along with smaller service and repair projects.
• Manage projects as needed, including change orders and field issues.
• Attend job walks, construction meetings, and other project meetings.
• Develop new business relationships and help grow Chesapeake Fire Protection’s fire sprinkler business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of fire sprinkler estimating/sales experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and the construction industry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, and applicable local codes.
• Strong sales, estimating, project management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Office.

Why This Role Matters

This role is about more than selling projects, it’s about building relationships, creating opportunities, and driving growth. Bring your fire sprinkler expertise, business development skills, and entrepreneurial mindset to a team that’s building something bigger.

About Chesapeake Fire Protection

Built on Experience. Focused on People. Growing for the Future.

Founded in 1978 as a family-owned business, Chesapeake Fire Protection (formerly Chesapeake Sprinkler Company) has grown into a trusted fire protection partner serving the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. areas.

Today, as a Century Fire Protection Company, we have the resources, technology, expertise, and first-class fabrication capabilities to take on projects of all sizes. We’re headquartered in Odenton, MD, with a branch office in Ashburn, VA.

We Invest in Our People

Our people are our biggest asset. We provide the training, education, resources, and benefits employees need to succeed, grow, and build a career with us.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short- & 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 Coverage

Come build your career with a company that invests in you.