Fire Sprinkler Project Sales Representative

Business Development Manager / Fire Protection Sales Leader

Denver, Colorado

An established fire protection contractor is seeking an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven professional to help expand its presence in the Denver market. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong fire sprinkler background and existing relationships within the local construction community. The organization offers a collaborative, growth-oriented environment where employees have the opportunity to directly impact business development, strategy, and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies in partnership with local leadership to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue targeted construction projects and service opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, owners, developers, consultants, and other industry stakeholders.
• Represent the company through industry associations, networking events, and client engagement activities.
• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, sales calls, referrals, and strategic marketing efforts.
• Prepare estimates, proposals, quotations, and bid packages for fire sprinkler projects and service contracts.
• Provide technical support and consultation to customers throughout the sales process.
• Ensure projects meet profitability objectives from sales through execution.
• Coordinate project turnover and provide operational teams with all necessary project documentation.
• Participate in business development efforts to grow market share and establish new client accounts.
• Manage awarded projects throughout the project lifecycle as needed.
• Estimate service work, small projects, and change orders.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of fire sprinkler sales experience required.
• Strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems, construction drawings, specifications, and applicable NFPA codes and standards.
• Demonstrated success in sales, business development, negotiation, and customer relationship management.
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong drive for results.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Previous fire sprinkler design experience, including hydraulic calculations, is preferred.
• Fire sprinkler project management experience is preferred.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects from pursuit through completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe, and other industry-standard software.
• NICET certification is a plus but not required.

Additional Information

• Location: Denver, Colorado
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Supervisory Responsibility: Report directly to DGM; collaboration and coordination with design, field, and operations teams required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $85,000 - $115,000
• On-Target Earnings: Approximately $150,000 - $225,000+
• Uncapped commission structure based on project margin with accelerated earning potential.
• Monthly vehicle allowance and fuel card.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant opportunity for career growth and market leadership.

This role is ideal for a fire protection professional who enjoys business development, client relationship building, and helping grow a successful operation within a thriving construction market.