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Jobs Fire Sprinkler Design Manager Emp Type:

Full time / Direct Hire Brea, CA, US Thursday, Oct 8, 2026

Salary :

100,000 - 130,000

Annual Job Summary:

Seeking for a Fire Sprinkler Design Manager with strong fire sprinkler design experience, Revit expertise, and leadership skills to manage a design department and oversee commercial, industrial, residential, and special-hazard fire sprinkler projects. Responsibilities Manage and oversee the fire sprinkler design department Supervise, train, and mentor fire sprinkler designers Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and code compliance Manage design schedules and ensure projects meet required deadlines Coordinate with project managers, field personnel, general contractors, architects, engineers, and other trades Review architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans Oversee hydraulic calculations and system design Review material selections and system requirements Manage BIM/Revit coordination when required Review plans before submission to AHJs Coordinate and respond to plan-check comments Assist with complex design and code-related issues Maintain company design standards and quality-control procedures Help improve design efficiency and department productivity Coordinate design changes with project management and field operations Qualifications Strong fire sprinkler design experience Thorough knowledge of

NFPA 13, NFPA 13R, NFPA

13D, and applicable fire/building codes Experience with hydraulic calculations Experience with AutoCAD and fire sprinkler design software Must know Revit Revit/BIM experience strongly preferred Ability to read and coordinate construction documents Strong understanding of commercial construction and field installation Experience managing or mentoring designers preferred Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously California fire sprinkler design experience strongly preferred NICET certification is preferred but not required depending on experience What We're Looking For We are looking for a leader who can build and manage a strong design department, maintain high design standards, solve problems before they reach the field, and improve overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will understand how to develop sprinkler designs that are practical, code-compliant, and effective in the field. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications Performance-based bonus opportunities Paid vacation and holidays Health benefits Retirement benefits Company-provided equipment Professional development and certification opportunities Long-term advancement opportunities

Position Details Full-Time Location:

Southern California Industry:

Fire Protection / Fire Sprinkler Systems