Designer, Fire Protection & Life Safety

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary

Designers work as part of a multi-discipline team developing documentation of fire protection design during all phases of multiple simultaneous projects. Assignments will include performing code analysis, interpreting and preparing reports, completing calculations, and producing deliverable drawing sets consisting of life safety, fire alarm and suppression plans, riser diagrams, details and schedules.

Job Responsibilities

• Sets up and manages Revit MEP models
• Performs Revit modeling and detailing
• Assists to perform code research
• Performs cross-discipline discussions and coordination of work for system clash avoidance
• Prepares narratives, calculations, and drawing documents in accordance with a high degree of quality, yet with regard to project schedule and budget constraints
• Assists with addendums and RFIs by incorporating agreed upon changes in the contract documents
• Attends internal meetings, assists to conduct site investigations, and performs contract administration
• Travel for project-related activities may be required
  
  

Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• Associates degree or Bachelor of Science in construction/engineering required
• 5-10 years of experience, specialized experience in fire alarm or suppression is a plus
• Proficiency with Revit MEP software
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of codes and related industry standards (IBC, NFPA, etc.)
• Strong understanding of construction methods
  
  

Preferred Education & Experience

• NICET and/or NFPPA certification
• Ability to perform Revit model management activities on large, complex projects
• Demonstrated passion for technology and its integration with the AEC industry
• Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately
• Strong problem solving and motivation skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-design discipline team.
  
  

Salary range for this position varies between $60,000 – $90,000, depending upon applicable experience.

Benefits

LEO A DALY offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Highlights include affordable medical, dental and vision plans, retirement savings with company matching and supplemental benefits such as:

• Accident and Critical Illness
• HSA FSA options
• Commuter Benefits
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability options
• Parental Leave
  
  

Why Join LEO A DALY?

At LEO A DALY, you will become part of a collaborative design culture and do work that matters. As an integrated design practice, we believe that a diversity of perspectives generates better solutions. We trust and support each other, ask hard questions and solve complex problems. Guided by a spirit of inquiry, we design for people at every scale, creating spaces that elevate individuals, their communities, and the institutions that serve them. Join LEO A DALY - help us transform the world.

LEO A DALY LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. LEO A DALY LLC, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 402-391-8111 or by email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com . For more information about your rights under the law, see Know Your Rights.