Fire Sprinkler Design Manager

Century Fire Protection Llc • Full-time • Nashville, Tennessee, United States • $57,434 - $81,192 / year • 5d ago

Division 27 Nashville, TN

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.

***AGENCY NOTICE***

Agency Submissions: Century Fire Protection does not accept unsolicited resumes from external Headhunters, staffing agencies or search firms. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will be considered property of the company, and no fees will be paid.

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(K) with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Relief Fund
Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!

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