Sprinkler Foreman

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises.  With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.  At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.  

The Sprinkler Foreman is responsible for leading and executing fire sprinkler system installations, retrofits, and turnkey projects from start to completion. This role supervises field crews, coordinates labor and materials, performs quality control, and ensures systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements. The position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, a high level of safety awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information.

(Ability to obtain US Clearance, minimum Top-Secret Clearance.)

• Lead and supervise fire sprinkler installation and retrofit projects, including turnkey installations

• Plan, coordinate, and direct daily field activities for assigned projects

• Perform material takeoffs and develop accurate bills of materials (BOM) to support project execution

• Coordinate material procurement and ensure materials are available to meet project schedules

• Install, modify, and upgrade fire sprinkler systems in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and codes

• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of fire pumps and related components

• Conduct system testing, flushing, hydrostatic testing, fire pump acceptance testing, and final inspections

• Perform ongoing quality control inspections to ensure work meets company standards, project specifications, and code requirements

• Identify field issues, nonconformances, and constructability concerns; propose corrective actions and solutions

• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, inspectors, and other trades to ensure smooth project execution

• Interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, submittals, and technical documentation

• Maintain accurate project documentation, redlines, as-built drawings, and test records

• Train, mentor, and supervise fitters and junior technicians

• Enforce safety requirements and promote a strong culture of safety on all job sites

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety programs

• Manage tools, equipment, and job-site housekeeping

• Work effectively under pressure while managing schedules, labor resources, and project deadlines.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 10 years of fire sprinkler system installation, design, or prefabrication experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• This position has been identified as requiring an additional client background check.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of fire sprinkler system installation and retrofit practices

• Proven experience installing, testing, and commissioning fire pumps

• Ability to perform material takeoffs and assemble accurate bills of materials

• Strong quality control mindset with attention to detail and workmanship

• High level of safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices

• Ability to lead field crews and coordinate multiple work activities

• Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills

• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing project conditions

• Ability to work under stress and meet tight construction schedules

• Strong communication skills with field teams, customers, and project stakeholders

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a Sprinkler Foreman, Lead Fitter, or equivalent role

• Proven experience with fire sprinkler system installation, retrofit, and turnkey projects

• Hands-on experience with fire pump installation, testing, and commissioning

• Knowledge of applicable NFPA standards (including NFPA 13, NFPA 20, and NFPA 25) and local codes

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

• Ability to pass background checks and meet site-specific access requirements

Certification

• Posses NICET Level II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems or 
• Obtain NICET Level II in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems within 90 days of employment. 
• NICET Level III in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems (Preferred) 

Preferred Qualifications

• Fire pump certification and/or manufacturer training (preferred)

• Experience coordinating AHJ inspections and fire pump acceptance testing

• Prior experience training or mentoring installation personnel

Working Conditions

• Field-based role with work performed at construction and customer job sites

• May require travel, flexible hours, and overtime based on project schedules

• Work involves ladders, lifts, confined spaces, heavy materials, and physical labor

Abilities:

• The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.
• Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.
• Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
• May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.