What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Designer position at National Fire & Safety?
** IN OFFICE POSITION **
Job Summary:
This individual will design and coordinate the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the said systems using drawings, 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 planning of a project including scheduling, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, solving problems and total delivery of the project according to established criteria. Close coordination with the Department Manager, Superintendent and Estimating Department will be required throughout the life of the project.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Analyze new & existing buildings for NFPA compliances, compose reports detailing design changes necessary.
- Prepare submittal drawings and documentation for new systems and alterations to existing systems.
- Conduct hydraulic analysis of system designs, including sprinklers, standpipes, pumps, municipal supplies, etc.
- Secure permits and approvals.
- Coordination of fire alarm/sprinkler systems with architectural, structural, and mechanical systems.
- Review construction drawings and specifications.
- Field survey of both new and existing building.
- Attend on site coordination, scheduling, and construction meetings.
- Material listing.
- Material ordering.
- Updating of shop drawings and materials for project record.
- Close out procedures.
- Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to strategically develop, adapt and streamline processes.
- Secures, develops, and maintains working relationships.
- Works flexible hours if needed for field survey.
- Follow safety rules and good driving habits.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- In-depth knowledge of fire alarm/fire sprinkler system design, installation, and testing.
- Strong understanding of safety codes and regulations (e.g., NFPA 72, NFPA 13, local building codes).
- Proficiency in design software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, REVIT,).
Preferred Qualifications – Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate degree or equivalent experience.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Auto Cad Certification or equivalent experience.
- NICET Certification preferred.
- At least two years’ design experience required.
Environment Job Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.