As a Fire Suppression System Designer you will design fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. You will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems. Close coordination with the project team will be required throughout the life of the project.

COMPANY PERKS AND CULTURE

• Career Advancement- Our company believes in promoting within.
• Benefits Package- Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance
• Headquarters Highlights- In-Office Gym, Personal Training Classes, Yoga Classes, Massage Therapist, Game Room
• Office Culture- We have a fun lively office atmosphere! Promote Work-Life Balance, Safety, Sponsor Team Activities, Promote Physical and Mental Health.

SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

• FSI is one of the Fastest-Growing Mechanical Contractors in St. Louis.
• DID YOU KNOW TWC our sister company is Ranked #34 Top Data Center Construction Firms - BD C!
• DID YOU KNOW TWC our sister company is Ranked #74 Top Healthcare Construction Firms - BD C!
• DID YOU KNOW our family of companies work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile mission critical facilities!
• FSI reaches locations in St. Louis, MO, Columbus, OH, Des Moines, IA, Atlanta, GA, Charleston, SC, Ft. Wayne, IN, and Stillwater, OK!
• FSI offers GREAT BENEFITS for their employees and families.
• Come be a part of our exciting growth and grow with us!
• No need for a recruiter we will keep all applicants confidential.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

• 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
• Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Perform job site surveys
• Evaluate project specification and coordinate system designs with architects and contractors
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, or HydraCAD type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project working closely with suppliers and fabricators
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations
• Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
• Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
• Assist/lead field crews with design related items during installation phase of the project
• Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required

TRAITS/COMPETENCIES/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Construction Management degree, mechanical engineering degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
• NICET certification required. Either “In Training”, or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified.
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, Revit, AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
• Three years of experience in commercial, industrial, and residential fire sprinkler design is required
• Detail-oriented and skilled in free-hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others
• Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check