Fire Sprinkler Superintendent

About RapidFire Safety & Security

RapidFire Safety & Security is a leading provider of fire life safety and security solutions, earning customer trust by delivering exceptional value through strategic acquisitions, allowing us to drive organic growth in every market through the excellence of our teammates.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Fire Sprinkler Superintendent to oversee field operations on fire protection projects, ensuring quality, safety, and productivity. This role is hands-on and crucial in leading and coordinating crews, maintaining schedules, and serving as the key field liaison between the office and job site. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, deep field knowledge, and a passion for delivering high-quality fire sprinkler installations.

Responsibilities:

Field Supervision & Project Execution

· Supervise daily fire sprinkler installation activities on assigned projects

· Coordinate field crews, foremen, and subcontractors to meet project schedules

· Review project drawings, specifications, and scope prior to and during construction

· Ensure installations comply with NFPA standards, local codes, and project requirements

· Monitor job progress and provide updates to Project Management

Safety & Quality Control

· Enforce company safety policies and jobsite safety standards

· Conduct jobsite safety meetings and ensure proper use of PPE

· Identify and correct unsafe conditions or work practices

· Maintain high quality workmanship and perform field quality inspections

Coordination & Communication

· Serve as the primary on-site contact for general contractors, inspectors, and other trades

· Coordinate inspections, testing, and closeout activities

· Resolve field issues, conflicts, and scope clarifications in a timely manner

· Communicate manpower needs, material requirements, and schedule impacts

Labor, Materials & Documentation

· Plan and manage manpower levels to align with project schedules

· Verify material deliveries and ensure proper staging and use on site

· Track job progress, daily reports, and field documentation

· Assist with change order identification and field documentation

· Verify labor time sheets

Qualifications

· Minimum 5+ years of experience in fire sprinkler installation, with supervisory experience preferred

· Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes and fire protection systems

· Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as required

· OSHA 30 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Skills & Competencies

· Strong leadership and team management skills

· Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

· Highly organized with strong time-management skills

· Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

· Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction

Physical Requirements

· Ability to work in construction environments, including ladders, lifts, and confined spaces

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks associated with field work