Fire Sprinkler Designer

APi Group • Idaho Falls, ID

98d

About The Position

3-D Fire Protection is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). WSFP and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment. This position involves designing, coordinating, and project managing fire sprinkler systems for various types of buildings. The Project Manager/Designer will oversee all aspects of fire protection construction projects from conception through to completion, ensuring that systems function as intended.

Requirements

• NICET certification required (In Training, Level I, II, III, or IV certified)
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
• Proven ability to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlines
• Three years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industry
• Three years' experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to coordinate and work well with others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project's sprinkler system
• Determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities through analytical thinking and problem solving
• Create detailed drawings using AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
• Maintain design historical records for future use
• Develop positive relationships with customers to ensure expectations are met
• Coordinate with other departments for proper job information handover
• Conduct long range project planning and scheduling
• Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
• Directly manage field labor force to assure maximum productivity
• Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project
• Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project
• Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
• Complete change orders/change estimates in a timely manner
• Monitor project billings for accuracy and maintain positive cash flow
• Continually monitor progress of projects and ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
• Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
• Forecast future manpower requirements
• Oversee work of subcontractors
• Ensure work complies with codes and permits
• Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests
• Report to owner and general contractor about progress and necessary modifications

Benefits

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees