Senior Project Manager – Fire Sprinkler Systems

About the role

The Senior Project Manager will lead large‑scale fire sprinkler and fire protection projects from concept to handover. You will be accountable for planning, execution, budgeting, client liaison and compliance, ensuring safe, on‑time and on‑budget delivery across diverse facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple fire sprinkler installation projects in commercial, industrial, retail, warehousing and high‑risk environments.
• Oversee all project phases – planning, procurement, installation, commissioning and final handover.
• Develop and control project schedules, budgets and resource allocations.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers; handle variations, claims and contractual matters.
• Lead project managers, site supervisors, technicians and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and performance monitoring.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, cash flow and profitability; approve procurement and subcontractor agreements.
• Ensure compliance with SANS standards, fire protection regulations and OHSA requirements; review drawings and hydraulic calculations.
• Conduct site inspections, testing, commissioning and handover; drive continuous improvement in project execution.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in the fire sprinkler industry.
• Proven leadership of high‑value, multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Strong client‑relationship and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules and resources effectively.
• Knowledge of South African fire protection standards and occupational health & safety regulations.

Required skills

• Fire sprinkler system installation
• Hydraulic calculations
• Project scheduling
• Budget management
• Compliance with SANS standards
• Fire protection regulations
• OHSA requirements
• Technical drawing review
• Commissioning and testing