Sprinkler Design Manager
About The Position
The Sprinkler Design Manager oversees sprinkler designers and plans design workloads with the Sales Team and Project Management Team to ensure the design department completes field installation drawings and fabrication lists on time. The manager assists the design team with questions about codes and design strategies and contributes to design work by preparing fire sprinkler drawings and calculations and producing accurate construction plans for approval. After drawings are completed and required approvals are received, the manager prepares an accurate stock listing of project materials and requisitions them. This role leads the design team, manages schedules, assigns projects, coordinates design deadlines with Sales and Management, and assists with sprinkler system design and layout as needed. The position is based in an office, with work at customer facilities and field sites as required. Travel may be up to 25%.
Requirements
- College degree in Fire Protection Design or at least 7 years of design experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and sprinkler system design.
- Working knowledge of hydraulic piping calculations.
- Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Self-starter able to work in a team environment.
- Full knowledge of NFPA codes.
- NICET Level 2 certification minimum in sprinkler design.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with HydraCAD and/or AutoSprink.
- NICET Level 3 or Level 4 certification in sprinkler design.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design team.
- Manage schedules and assign projects for the design team.
- Coordinate with the Sales and Management teams regarding design completion timelines.
- Assist with sprinkler system design and layout as needed.
- Prepare fire sprinkler drawings and hydraulic calculations.
- Produce construction plans for approval.
- Support designers with questions about applicable codes and design strategies.
- Prepare stock listings of required project materials and requisition them after drawings and approvals are complete.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- Optional supplemental benefits to enhance coverage.
- Paid time off available during the first year of employment.
- Seven paid holidays annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor match, including traditional and Roth options.
- Employee referral program with bonus opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration and growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
