# Fire Alarm Superintendent/Foreman

**Company:** [Essel](null/companies/bjZus13vbfp8U2Eryng83k.md)
**Location:** Dallas, United States
**Workplace:** on site

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## Description

### Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced **Fire Protection Superintendent / Foreman** to lead and oversee fire alarm installation work on high-level commercial construction projects in the Dallas, TX area. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience installing **fire alarm systems**, the ability to confidently **read and interpret construction plans**, and a proven background working on complex commercial projects, particularly **hospital and healthcare facilities**.

This role is ideal for a field leader who can take ownership of fire alarm installations, coordinate crews and subcontractors, and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and according to project specifications.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Supervise and lead fire alarm installation crews on commercial construction projects.
-   Install, troubleshoot, and oversee **fire alarm systems** in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
-   Read and interpret **blueprints, construction drawings, fire alarm plans, and project specifications**.
-   Coordinate installation activities with other trades, project management, and the General Contractor.
-   Ensure fire alarm systems are installed correctly and according to project requirements.
-   Review plans and identify potential installation issues before they impact project progress.
-   Manage daily field activities, manpower, materials, and installation schedules.
-   Monitor project progress and maintain quality and productivity standards.
-   Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company and jobsite requirements.
-   Assist with inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and system turnover.
-   Communicate project updates, challenges, and material needs to project management.
-   Provide leadership and direction to installers and field personnel.

## Requirements

### Required Qualifications

-   Proven experience as a **Fire Protection Superintendent, Fire Alarm Foreman, Fire Alarm Superintendent, or similar field leadership role**.
-   Strong hands-on experience with **commercial fire alarm systems**.
-   Ability to independently **read and interpret fire alarm plans and construction drawings**.
-   Experience installing fire alarm systems based on plans and project specifications.
-   Previous experience working on **large-scale commercial construction projects**, ideally in the **$3M–$5M+ range**.
-   **Hospital/healthcare construction experience is highly preferred.**
-   Strong understanding of fire alarm installation practices, testing, and troubleshooting.
-   Ability to lead crews and coordinate work in an active commercial construction environment.
-   Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

### Preferred Qualifications

-   **NICET certification** is highly preferred and considered a strong plus.
-   Experience with hospital, healthcare, institutional, or other complex commercial facilities.
-   Experience coordinating fire alarm installations with electrical, mechanical, and other construction trades.
-   Familiarity with applicable fire alarm codes, standards, and inspection requirements.

### Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a **hands-on fire alarm professional who has progressed into a Foreman or Superintendent-level role** and is comfortable taking ownership of large, complex commercial installations. Experience on **hospital projects and $3M–$5M+ construction projects** is especially valuable.

**This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should be able to walk onto a complex commercial project, read the fire alarm plans, understand the scope of work, and effectively lead the installation from the field.**