Lead Fire Sprinkler Foreman – Install & Field Leadership

Sciens Building Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Company laptop

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Foreman to install all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. You will lead installations, interpret blueprints, and coordinate with project teams to ensure safety and quality on site.

The role requires NFPA knowledge, apprenticeship completion, OSHA awareness, and strong leadership. Travel and on-site problem solving are part of the job, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years in Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Completed Sprinkler Apprenticeship (4th year Foreman).
• Strong knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, backflows and fire pumps.
• Able to read/install from fire system design drawings/BIM.
• OSHA safety standards awareness; OSHA 10 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to install sprinkler piping.
• Lead installation of new, retrofit, and tenant projects.
• Coordinate with AHJ and authorities for testing to resolve issues.
• Manage job scheduling and progress with a focus on safety and quality.
• Provide guidance to field installers and helpers.
• Inspect, interact with AHJ, and resolve minor issues on site.
• Assess daily tasks, plan future work, and identify material needs.
• Install based on BIM design and ensure code compliance.

Skills

NFPA knowledge

Read blueprints

Project coordination

OSHA 10 or higher

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sprinkler Apprenticeship (4th year Foreman Course)

NICET II (nice to have)

State required certifications

Job description

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Foreman to install all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. You will lead installations, interpret blueprints, and coordinate with project teams to ensure safety and quality on site.

The role requires NFPA knowledge, apprenticeship completion, OSHA awareness, and strong leadership. Travel and on-site problem solving are part of the job, with competitive pay and benefits.