Continental - Fire Sprinkler Designer

Kiewit•Cedar Rapids, IA

28d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Designer joins a collaborative team preparing fire protection system submittals, field installation drawings, hydraulic calculations, and related data in accordance with NFPA standards, the International Building Code, and requirements set by local authorities. This entry-level role includes several weeks of company-provided hands-on training through classroom instruction, field training, and self-directed learning and research. The designer learns to read construction drawings, produce fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, prepare material stocklists, visit construction sites to review field conditions, and troubleshoot installation conflicts. The work is schedule- and deadline-driven and calls for adaptability, initiative, effective learning, integrity, humility, and teamwork. The position is based at the Omaha main office or one of the area offices in Des Moines, Davenport, or Hanover, and requires travel to jobsites and other offices as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently graduated in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related degree; an associate degree is also considered; alternatively, have 1–2 years of fire sprinkler design experience or 2+ years of direct construction-related experience.
Ability to travel to construction jobsites and other office locations as business requires, approximately 25%–50%, and work in a range of climates and environments.
Ability to learn to read construction, engineering, architectural, and structural plans.
High self-discipline and ability to work in a team environment.
Motivation, initiative, and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to completing work correctly.
Safety-conscious approach.
Ability to learn from mistakes and avoid repeating them.
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Organized, deadline-conscious, and attentive to detail.
Reliable attendance and ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate and interact professionally with supervisors, employees, and others, individually or as part of a team.
Ability to perform work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment-use directions, and policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Currently pursuing or a recent graduate in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related degree; an associate degree is also considered.
Experience and familiarity with MS Excel, Word, and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Design wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems.
Prepare shop drawings, field installation drawings, and hydraulic calculations; provide field engineering support and review at jobsites; and support field installation planning.
Compile and prepare shop drawing and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction.
Coordinate fire sprinkler design with building structures and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing subcontractors.
Prepare project material stocklists for procurement.
Oversee project scheduling, quantity tracking, material fabrication, and procurement.
Handle contract administration and communicate with general contractors and authorities having jurisdiction.
Prepare as-built drawings for company archives and client files.
Research NFPA codes and building codes.
Visit construction jobsites to review field conditions and troubleshoot installation conflicts.