Senior Fire Sprinkler Design Lead

Chesapeake Sprinkler Company; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Job summary

Chesapeake Fire Protection in Odenton, MD is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Design Manager to lead a team of designers for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. You will ensure compliance with NFPA standards, review hydraulics and drawings, and coordinate with PMs and field teams to deliver high-quality designs.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in design, 3+ years in management, NICET III/IV, and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical training preferred.
• 8+ years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• 3+ years of design management or supervisory experience.
• NICET Level III or IV in Fire Protection Engineering preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, hydraulics, and NFPA standards.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection design software.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• SprinkCAD, AutoCAD, or HydroCAD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of fire sprinkler designers.
• Oversee designs for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Ensure designs meet NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
• Review and approve drawings, hydraulic calculations, and submittals.
• Coordinate design needs with Project Managers and field teams.
• Develop and maintain department standards, templates, and workflows.
• Support permitting and respond to AHJ questions.
• Assist with resource allocation, project planning, and departmental budgeting.
• Lead design reviews, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in client meetings and represent the Design Department across the company.

Skills

Fire sprinkler design

Design management

Supervisory experience

NFPA standards

AutoCAD

Revit

Hydraulics

Hydraulic calculations

Fire protection software

Microsoft Office

SprinkCAD

HydroCAD

Education

High school diploma

NICET Level III/IV in Fire Protection Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SprinkCAD

HydroCAD

Job description

Chesapeake Fire Protection in Odenton, MD is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Design Manager to lead a team of designers for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects. You will ensure compliance with NFPA standards, review hydraulics and drawings, and coordinate with PMs and field teams to deliver high-quality designs.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in design, 3+ years in management, NICET III/IV, and strong AutoCAD/Revit skills.