Fire Sprinkler Designer/Project Manager – Senior Level

Colorado Springs, Colorado

• Develop shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and stock lists with a focus on applicable NFPA/local/state code compliance, project specifications/contract documents, and efficient and cost effective field installation.
• Complete accurate field surveys when needed.
• Coordinate shop drawings with the MEP team and General Contractor utilizing NavisWorks.
• Develop submittal packages for AHJ, Contractors, etc. Obtain all required approvals.

• Purchase material, buy out subcontracts, generate RFIs, prepare and maintain project schedules. Assist with change order pricing, negotiation, and review.
• Communicate with field personnel, AHJ’s, customers, sales reps, and field superintendents.
• Retain full project responsibility for approvals, material procurement, coordination, schedule, and design budgets.
• Attend all project related meetings.
• Perform other job duties as required.

• Ability to read and intrepret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude .
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSprings, HydraCAD etc.).
• Working knowlegde of hydraulic calculations, stocklisting, project design, and project management. Abilty to review and approve work product of other design team members.
• Practical experience designing Wet, Dry, Deluge, and Pre Action Sprinkler Systems for installation. Design experience with fire pumps and standpipes is required.
• Special Hazards design experience (e.g. fixed water spray, clean agent, foam, etc.) a plus.
• Strong familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable negotiating with customers, vendors, etc.
• Organized, detail oriented, self starter able to operate in a team enviroment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes/Standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education preferred.
• 7 Years (10 years preferred) years experience in Fire Protection Design & PM
• Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
• NICET III (min), NICET IV or PE (preferred).