As part of a dynamic design team, you will assume a key technical leadership role, serving as the primary technical resource for the Design team while overseeing the design execution of major projects. In this role, you will influence technical direction, coordinate key project phases, and contribute to innovative fire protection solutions on high-profile projects.
Your main responsibility will be to design automatic fire sprinkler systems and produce drawings that comply with current codes and standards. You will also support project management activities and provide technical guidance to ensure successful project execution.
Your challenges will include, but are not limited to:
- Acting as the technical authority for the Design team by providing mentorship and guidance to Designers, validating complex technical solutions, establishing design standards and best practices, supporting technical decision-making, and ensuring consistent quality, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle
- Participating in project planning by assessing design constraints, timelines, and construction considerations
- Working closely with project managers, engineers, installers, and other trades to ensure proper coordination, problem-solving, and alignment of project objectives
- Performing BIM coordination, 3D modeling, and participating in interdisciplinary coordination meetings
- Reviewing, verifying, and adjusting drawings throughout the project lifecycle to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
- Designing fire sprinkler systems and positioning sprinklers in accordance with current codes and standards
- Preparing detailed drawings based on architectural, structural, and mechanical plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD
- Conducting field surveys to gather information necessary for accurate design and installation drawings
- Identifying material requirements, ordering materials based on coordinated drawings using HydraList, and supporting procurement activities
