Fire Sprinkler Construction Manager

About the role

The Fire Sprinkler Construction Manager will lead fire protection projects in Northwest Arkansas, focusing on compliance, safety, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and set the standard for sprinkler field employees.
• Recruit, hire, and train field staff based on business needs.
• Conduct and manage apprentice and field training programs.
• Attend weekly WIP, Forecasting, Labor Planning, and Invoicing meetings prepared with project updates.
• Ensure Sprinkler Operations Processes and Tollgates are followed consistently.
• Perform site surveys on retrofit projects and collaborate with sales teams on pre-bid deliverables.
• Provide input during pre-bid reviews regarding labor hours, rates, and equipment needs.
• Establish clear project scopes of work (SOW) and labor tracking plans.
• Manage manpower planning and ensure adequate staffing for project schedules.
• Oversee project progress at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 90% completion to verify accuracy of hours-to-complete estimates.
• Review field timesheets, tool inventories, and subcontractor compliance.
• Issue and manage subcontracts, ensuring insurance documentation is on file.
• Maintain project profitability, material costs, and rental equipment usage.
• Ensure all installations meet code and quality standards.
• Lead safety initiatives, quarterly safety training, and continuous improvement programs.
• Foster communication and coordination between design, sales, and operations teams.
• Mentor field staff and create individual development plans to support growth and retention.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in the fire protection industry (construction or project management preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 13 and local building codes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in project management, scheduling, and labor forecasting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and project management software.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass post-offer drug test, background, and reference checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass post-offer drug test, background, and reference checks.

Skills

• Leadership
• Project Management
• Scheduling
• Labor Forecasting
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Training
• Site Surveying
• Pre-Bid Reviews
• Subcontractor Compliance
• Project Scheduling
• Quality Assurance
• Safety Initiatives
• Mentoring

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience, education, and credentials)
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Company vehicle or allowance, phone, credit card, fuel card, and logo attire
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Employee assistance & wellness programs
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Referral program and retirement plan
• Pet insurance and other voluntary benefits

Schedule

Full-time | Monday–Friday

Pay

Biweekly