Fire Sprinkler Designer

 Design Life Safety. Build Your Career.

Are you an experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer looking for a company that values your expertise, invests in your growth, and rewards top performance? We are partnered with a leading fire protection contractor serving clients throughout Colorado and are seeking a talented designer to join a growing team.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work on a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healthcare, multi-family, and mission-critical projects while enjoying excellent compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career stability.

Position Overview

The Fire Sprinkler Designer will be responsible for designing automatic fire sprinkler systems in compliance with NFPA standards, local Colorado codes, and project specifications. This role works closely with project managers, field teams, contractors, engineers, and AHJs to ensure accurate and efficient system design from concept through installation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design fire sprinkler systems using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, AutoSPRINK, or similar design software.
• Produce detailed shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, stock lists, and fabrication documents.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA standards, local Colorado codes, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, general contractors, architects, and project teams.
• Conduct field site visits and verify existing conditions when needed.
• Review project specifications and identify design challenges and solutions.
• Support permitting and plan review processes with local authorities.
• Collaborate with project management and installation teams to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

Required:

• NICET Certification in Water-Based Systems Layout (required).
• Minimum 3+ years of Fire Sprinkler Design experience.
• Strong understanding of NFPA standards and fire protection system design.
• Experience performing hydraulic calculations.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and fire sprinkler design software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• NICET Level I or higher
• Experience designing commercial, healthcare, industrial, multi-family, or large-scale construction projects.
• Knowledge of local Colorado fire and building codes.
• BIM/Revit experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Competitive base salary depending on experience and NICET certification level.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Overtime opportunities available on select projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and PTO.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Professional development and NICET certification support.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Stable backlog of projects throughout Colorado.
• Modern technology and design resources to support your success.

Why Join?

Colorado continues to experience significant commercial and residential growth, creating strong demand for fire protection professionals. This company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality fire sprinkler solutions while creating an employee-focused culture that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and long-term career success.

If you're a NICET-certified Fire Sprinkler Designer looking for a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on exciting projects across Colorado, we'd love to speak with you.

Take the next step in your career - APPLY NOW! Please contact me direct at 612-473-3065 or David.Gunderson@gogpac.com for more information on this or any other positions you may be interested.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.