Job Posting for Fire Sprinkler Designer / Project Manager at National Fire & Safety, Inc.
RCI FIRE
Fire Sprinkler Systems Designer/Project Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This individual will design and coordinate the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawings, drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. The designer will have responsibility for the planning of a project including scheduling, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, solving problems and total delivery of the project according to established criteria. Close coordination with the Department Manager, Superintendent and Estimating Department will be required throughout the life of the project.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Action-Oriented/Takes Initiative - Self-starter who is energetic and action oriented, reacts quickly and correctly in critical situations and possess the ability to recognize problems and bring solutions forward.
Integrity/Honesty - Trustworthy, with the ability to present the unvarnished facts in an appropriate and helpful manner. Keeps confidences and does not misrepresent anything for personal gain
Decision Quality/Decisiveness - Ability to make good decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment.
Communication/Transparency - Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills. Exhibits the ability to understand clearly and quickly respond to instruction or direction that is received. Ability to glean pertinent information and communicate as appropriate.
Employee Engagement - Possesses a heightened level of ownership to do whatever is needed for the success of the organization. Exhibits creativity, caring and interest in the organization and its customers. Encourages employee commitment to accomplish the work, mission and vision of the organization.
ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS/DUTIES
Design and Layout of fire sprinkler systems
Analyze new & existing buildings for NFPA 13, 14 and 20 compliance, compose reports detailing design changes necessary
Prepare submittal drawings and documentation for new sprinkler systems and alterations to existing systems
Conduct hydraulic analysis of fire sprinkler system designs, including sprinklers, standpipes, pumps, municipal supplies, etc.
Secure permits and approvals
Coordination of sprinkler system with architectural, structural and mechanical systems
Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 14 and 20
Review construction drawings and specifications
Field survey of both new and existing building
Attend on site coordination, scheduling and construction meetings
Material listing
Material ordering
Updating of shop drawings and materials for project record
Close out procedures
Project Management
Review of construction ASI, RFI, RFC, PR, CD etc.
Prepare RFI s for scope clarification
Identifies changes in our scope and quantifies for Estimating Department
Document and track change order submittal and approval
Establish start dates and milestones from project schedule
Maintains dates and milestones in our Project Management software program
Time management and prioritization of multiple projects
Coordinates with General Contractors and/or customers to meet schedule
Document and track field changes
Other
Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to strategically develop, adapt and streamline processes
Secures, develops and maintains working relationships
Works flexible hours if needed for field survey
Follow safety rules and good driving habits
Other duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma - Associate degree preferred
3 years AutoCAD experience
NICET Certification preferred
Driver License with Clean MVR
Working knowledge of computer skills related to position
Strong mechanical aptitude
Good problem solving skills
Ability to negotiate uneven terrain, climb step and extension ladders
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$59,564 to $78,674
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