Fire Sprinkler Design Project Engineer

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$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of fire sprinkler system experience
  • Experience with a sprinkler contractor or similar construction environment
  • Background in estimating, takeoffs, or bid preparation
  • Exposure to project coordination or project management
  • Understanding of NFPA 13 and related fire protection codes
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently

Responsibilities

  • Support fire sprinkler projects from bid stage through project closeout
  • Prepare takeoffs, estimates, and bid packages for sprinkler systems
  • Assist with system layout and coordination with design teams
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Track schedules, costs, and project progress
  • Support procurement of materials and equipment
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and AHJ requirements

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teamwork
  • Opportunity to work on diverse projects from inception to completion
  • Support for professional growth through project diversity
  • Involvement in ensuring public safety through fire protection
  • Access to industry-standard software and tools for design and estimation
Full Job Description
Fire Sprinkler Project Engineer
Full-time

About the role

This role supports fire sprinkler projects from pre-construction through completion, combining estimating, coordination, and project execution responsibilities.

You'll work closely with design teams, field crews, and vendors to ensure fire protection systems are delivered accurately, on time, and in compliance with code requirements.

What you'll be doing
  • Support fire sprinkler projects from bid stage through project closeout
  • Prepare takeoffs, estimates, and bid packages for sprinkler systems
  • Assist with system layout and coordination with design teams
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Track schedules, costs, and project progress
  • Support procurement of materials and equipment
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and AHJ requirements

What you bring
  • 3-5+ years of fire sprinkler system experience
  • Experience with a sprinkler contractor or similar construction environment
  • Background in estimating, takeoffs, or bid preparation
  • Exposure to project coordination or project management
  • Understanding of NFPA 13 and related fire protection codes
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently

Nice to have
  • AutoCAD or sprinkler design software experience
  • NICET certification
  • Exposure to full-cycle project management
  • Knowledge of construction scheduling and job costing

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