Fire​/Systems Superintendent

Fire/Systems Superintendent

The Fire/Systems Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the fire alarm, low-voltage, and life safety system installations on commercial construction projects. This includes planning, coordination, and execution of work according to the project schedule, quality standards, and safety expectations. This position acts as the on-site leader for fire/systems crews, ensuring effective communication with project management, general contractors, and inspectors.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate installation of fire alarm, low voltage, and life safety systems.
• Ensure timely delivery and installation of materials and equipment.
• Create one-week and three-week look-ahead schedules in coordination with the overall project schedule.
• Monitor daily progress and adjust crew activities to stay on schedule.
• Direct and mentor crews, including service techs, foremen, helpers, and apprentices.
• Provide clear instructions on scopes of work, specifications, and code compliance.
• Evaluate crew performance and provide feedback to support individual growth and project success.
• Ensure proper installations per NEC, NFPA, and company standards.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and jobsite inspections.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures in compliance with Tri-City Safety Manual.
• Ensure redline drawings are updated and as-built documentation is accurate.
• Coordinate with General Contractors, subcontractors, and project management on job progress and site logistics.
• Attend construction meetings and provide updates on schedule, material status, and manpower needs.
• Interface with local authorities, fire marshals, and inspectors to pass system testing and inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of manpower, materials, change orders, and daily job reports.

Other Duties As Assigned:

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in fire alarm, low voltage, or systems installation.
• Skilled electrician with at least two (2) years of experience managing crews and running projects, and at least 10 years of experience in the electrical trade.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Deep knowledge of fire alarm and life safety codes (NFPA 70, NFPA 72, NEC, etc.).
• Experience with material and labor costs.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, order of operations) to calculate labor, materials, and/or cost estimates for projects and work orders, etc.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Codes
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license in good standing to meet the company's driving requirements
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language at a 12th-grade level

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bilingual
• NICET certification
• Bluebeam experience
• OSHA 30 preferred
• Auto-desk Build experience

Personal Attributes |

Skills:

• Supports our Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Is honest and has the highest integrity.
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach.
• Ability to cope with job pressures in a constantly changing environment.
• Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to handle and manage confidential information.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a construction job site environment and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions, or inside conditions.
• While performing this job's duties, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee may be occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Often exposed to loud sounds and noise levels as well as very bright or inadequate lighting conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• Regular exposure to dirt, hazardous equipment, wiring, and underground and/or elevated heights.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• While performing the duties of this job, the…