Fire Sprinkler Design Manager
Summary
Lead a fire sprinkler and suppression system design department, managing designers, reviewing drawings/calculations, and ensuring NFPA and code compliance for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects using AutoCAD, Revit, and SprinkCAD.
Summary
Responsible for leading the design department for fire sprinkler and suppression systems, overseeing project design quality, team performance, and compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications; manages design staff, coordinates with project managers and field teams, and ensures timely delivery of accurate, constructible designs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage and mentor a team of fire sprinkler designers.
- Oversee the design of fire sprinkler and suppression systems for commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
- Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project specifications.
- Review and approve design drawings, calculations, and submittals prepared by design staff.
- Coordinate design requirements with project managers and field personnel.
- Develop and maintain departmental standards, templates, and workflows.
- Support permitting processes and respond to AHJ inquiries.
- Assist with resource allocation, project planning, and departmental budgeting.
- Lead design reviews, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Participate in client meetings and represent the design department in cross-functional discussions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma, technical training or degree preferred, and 8+ years of fire sprinkler design experience; 3+ years of design team management or supervisory experience; NICET Level III or IV in Fire Protection Engineering preferred. Extensive knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, hydraulics, and NFPA standards; proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and fire protection design software; ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office applications and SprinkCad preferred (AutoCad, or HydroCAD).
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of computer work; required to sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach with hands and arms, and/or climb a ladder.