Sprinkler Project Manager

Approved Fire Protection & Security; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Approved Fire Protection & Security in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Sprinkler Project Manager with a strong background in fire sprinkler installations, estimating, and system design. This role will prepare installation proposals, review drawings and specs, and coordinate sprinkler layouts through project completion.

You will work with project managers, field technicians, and customers, ensuring NFPA compliance and accurate budgeting.

Qualifications

• Experience with sprinkler installation estimating and project design.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and sprinkler system layouts.
• Experience with AutoCAD or sprinkler design software.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Willingness to travel throughout NJ.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Competent with all work-related power tools.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed fire sprinkler installation estimates and proposals.
• Review blueprints, project specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform material takeoffs and labor calculations for installation projects.
• Assist with sprinkler system design coordination and layout planning.
• Coordinate installation schedules, materials, and subcontractors.
• Interpret NFPA codes and AHJ requirements related to sprinkler installations.
• Support permitting and project documentation processes.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, field technicians, contractors, and customers throughout project execution.
• Track project budgets, labor, and material usage.
• Maintain accurate project documentation within Profit Zoom.

Skills

Sprinkler installation estimating

Project design

Reading construction drawings

NFPA standards knowledge

AutoCAD

Sprinkler design software

Valid driver's license

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

NICET Level I or II (Water-Based Systems)

Tools

AutoCAD

Sprinkler design software

Job description

Built for Stability

Description

In an industry where change is constant, we remain committed to long-term growth, strong customer relationships, and consistent opportunity.

Role

We’re looking for driven professionals who want to build lasting careers, not just short-term roles. If you’re looking for:

• A steady pipeline of business opportunities
• A supportive and team-driven culture
• Long-term growth and earning potential
• A company that values relationships and results
• A structured but flexible sales environment

Then this opportunity is for you.

About Us

Approved Fire Protection & Security is New Jersey's oldest family-owned, full-service fire protection and safety equipment company. Our services include fire extinguishers, alarm systems, suppression systems, SCBA, gas detection, carbon dioxide, oxygen, sprinkler systems, and so much more. Approved Fire Protection & Security’s mission is to supply life safety products and services to the industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical, and municipal companies in New Jersey and near surrounding areas.

Job Summary

Approved Fire Protection & Security is seeking an experienced Sprinkler Project Manager with a strong background in fire sprinkler installations, estimating, and system design. This individual will play a key role in preparing installation proposals, reviewing project specifications and drawings, coordinating sprinkler system layouts, and supporting commercial fire sprinkler projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate will possess strong field experience combined with technical estimating and design knowledge.

Benefits

• Medical
• HSA
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with company contribution
• Aflac
• Life Insurance
• Long term disability
• Profit Sharing
• PTO
• Holidays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed fire sprinkler installation estimates and proposals.
• Review blueprints, project specifications, and construction documents.
• Perform material takeoffs and labor calculations for installation projects.
• Assist with sprinkler system design coordination and layout planning.
• Coordinate installation schedules, materials, and subcontractors.
• Interpret NFPA codes and AHJ requirements related to sprinkler installations.
• Support permitting and project documentation processes.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, field technicians, contractors, and customers throughout project execution.
• Track project budgets, labor, and material usage.
• Maintain accurate project documentation within Profit Zoom.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with sprinkler installation estimating and project design preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and sprinkler system layouts.
• Experience with AutoCAD or sprinkler design software preferred. Valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be willing to travel throughout NJ as required to project field locations.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be competent with all work-related power tools.
• Excellent work ethic.
• Language: English

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level I or II (Water-Based Systems).
• Ability to be proactive in communicating and working with other departments.
• Ability to work in a team or on their own.
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday 7:20 AM – 4:20 PM

We provide ample opportunities for professional development to our team members through ongoing in-house training, as well as encouraging team members to attend certification programs. We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Approved Fire Protection & Security is deeply committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all its job applicants and employees. We seek to employ qualified persons in all job classifications and to administer all personnel actions affecting our employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, ancestry, or genetic information. Individuals with a disability, disabled and other protected veterans and any other characteristic protected by applicable law will be given the fullest consideration for employment in positions for which they are qualified. We also are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability as well as abiding by any and all state and local laws, which in addition to the above prohibit discrimination in any form.