What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Summit27 Solutions?
Project Managers will assist the architect, building owner, and developer in evaluating the building's life safety and protection in order to maintain a tenable environment. Potential risks are identified and safeguards are designed to prevent, control, and mitigate the effects of fires. Understanding the principles, applications, and historical developments of building and fire codes is essential. The Project Manager will work to ensure that the most up to date fire prevention concepts and practices are incorporated into the design and construction of facilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture, or other construction related field. Master's in Fire Protection Engineering, preferred.
- 4 years of experience in a construction related field.
- OR any combination of education and work experience providing the required skill and knowledge will be considered.
- Experience with Fire Modeling (FDS) and timed egress analysis preferred.
- Knowledge of ICC and NFPA code & standards and the ability to interpret them preferred.
- Ability to gain knowledge of fire protection engineering and design principles.
- Successfully work within a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent communicator, including graphic and print media, and verbal presentation skills.
What activities would I engage in?
- Design and calculations of fire protection systems; including fire alarm, fire suppression, clean agent extinguishing, and smoke control.
- Perform site surveys of existing facilities and fire protection systems.
- Provide building fire code and life safety analysis.
- Prepare letters and reports for submission to clients and authorities.
- Witness or perform acceptance testing for fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA standards.
Some travel may be required.