Lead Fire Sprinkler Foreman – Installations & Leadership

Sciens Building Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Cell phone

Laptop

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a seasoned Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation, retrofit, and tenant-improvement projects. You will read blueprints, interpret BIM designs, and coordinate with AHJ while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for guiding field crews and ensuring on-time completion. We require a minimum of five years in Fire and Life Safety, a sprinkler apprenticeship, and NFPA code knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five+ years of experience in Fire and Life Safety.
• Completed Sprinkler Apprenticeship program through the 4th year Foreman Course.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 14, 20, 24, and 25.
• Ability to read/install from BIM design drawings.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• NICET II certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to install fire sprinkler piping.
• Lead installation of new, retrofit, and tenant-improvement projects.
• Coordinate with contractors and resolve field conflicts.
• Manage scheduling and job progress with quality and safety focus.
• Provide guidance to field installers and helpers.
• Interact with AHJ for testing and minor issue resolution.
• Support peers and customers on-site.
• Assess daily job scope and plan material needs.
• Interpret drawings and install from BIM design.
• Adhere to safety programs and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Communication

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sprinkler Apprenticeship (4th year Foreman Course)

NICET II certification (preferred)

Tools

BIM design

Inspection software

NFPA code interpretation tools

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a seasoned Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation, retrofit, and tenant-improvement projects. You will read blueprints, interpret BIM designs, and coordinate with AHJ while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for guiding field crews and ensuring on-time completion. We require a minimum of five years in Fire and Life Safety, a sprinkler apprenticeship, and NFPA code knowledge.