Fire Sprinkler Design Manager – Relocation Assistance available

Recruiting Partner: Ben Bivins

San Diego, California | Engineering | Not Remote | $120,000 to $145,000 | Job ID: 176332

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San Diego, CA | $120K–$145K | Bonus + Profit Sharing

Established fire protection contractor is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to lead a growing design team supporting large commercial and retrofit projects throughout the San Diego market.

This is a leadership role overseeing design production, team development, project coordination, and quality control for water-based fire protection systems. The project portfolio is focused on commercial and retrofit work with a strong pipeline of backlog and long-term growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and support a team of fire sprinkler designers
  • Oversee layouts, hydraulic calculations, and shop drawing production
  • Manage design schedules, priorities, and project workflow
  • Maintain QA/QC standards and ensure code compliance
  • Coordinate with PMs, field teams, contractors, and customers
  • Mentor and develop design personnel while improving department efficiency
  • Support technical problem-solving and project execution from design through completion

What We’re Looking For

  • Leadership experience within fire sprinkler or fire protection design
  • Strong commercial fire sprinkler design background
  • Knowledge of NFPA standards and water-based systems
  • NICET certification preferred
  • Experience with AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD, Revit, or related software
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational abilities

Compensation & Growth

  • $120K–$145K base salary depending on experience
  • Three bonus opportunities including profit sharing
  • Long-term leadership role with strong backlog and advancement potential

This is an excellent opportunity for a design leader looking to step into a visible leadership role with a stable, growing organization and a strong commercial project pipeline.

 

JOB ID: 176332

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