Fire Sprinkler/ Suppression Project Manager

Pye--barker-Fire-; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle

Training and Career Development

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Project Manager to oversee service projects from start to finish in the Murrieta area. You will coordinate field technicians, liaise with clients, ensure code compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of fire protection systems, strong project management experience, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in the fire protection industry, focusing on sprinkler/suppression systems.
• Project management certifications are highly desirable.
• Proven project management experience in a service-based environment.
• NICET Level II or higher in Water-Based Systems preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office; MS Project or ServiceTrade experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple fire sprinkler/suppression projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate field technicians, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Develop project scopes, estimates, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, AHJ regulations, and safety standards.
• Lead interdepartmental team efforts to complete projects on time and within spec.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Scheduling

Budgeting

Leadership

Education

NICET Level II+ in Water-Based Systems

Tools

Microsoft Project

ServiceTrade

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/Fire Suppression will oversee and manage fire sprinkler service projects from inception to completion. This individual will coordinate field technicians, liaise with clients, ensure code compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of fire protection systems, project management experience, and excellent communication skills.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Manage multiple fire sprinkler/fire suppression projects including installations, repairs, maintenance, retrofits, and inspections.Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, technicians, subcontractors, and internal departments.Develop project scopes, estimates, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress and performance.Ensure work complies with applicable NFPA codes, AHJ regulations, and safety standards.Coordinate material procurement, subcontractor scheduling, and field service dispatching.Maintain accurate records including reports, forms, and customer documentation.Assist with troubleshooting technical issues and providing solutions for system deficiencies.Support sales efforts by identifying service opportunities and providing recommendations.Delegates work and assignments to team members based on expertise, work experience, and time constraints.Leads an interdepartmental team to complete an assigned project on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency.Conducts cost analysis, estimating expected costs for the project.Prepares and implements a budget based on estimates.Conducts risk assessments: reports identified risks to management; provides recommendations for mitigation of risk (including termination of the project if appropriate).Acts as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors.Follows all OSHA standards and laws.Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.Perform other duties assigned by management.Education/Qualification:5 years minimum experience in the fire protection industry, with a focus on sprinkler/suppression systems.Project Management certifications are highly desirable.Proven project management experience, ideally in a service-based environment.NICET Level II or higher in Water-Based Systems (preferred).Proficient in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, ServiceTrade, etc.).Valid driver's license and clean driving record.Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product being developed.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Other Duties:Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy. Performs other duties as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Pay Rate:$75k - $95k annually (DOE)Benefits 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 employeesOur Commitment:Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.Our EEO Statement:Pye-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.