Fire Sprinkler Designer - Denver

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 sprinkler 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.

Required Skills and Abilities :

• Analyze new & existing buildings for NFPA 13, 14 and 20 compliances, compose reports detailing design changes necessary
• Prepare submittal drawings and documentation for new sprinkler systems and alterations to existing systems
• Conduct hydraulic analysis of fire sprinkler system designs, including sprinklers, standpipes, pumps, municipal supplies, etc.
• Secure permits and approvals
• Coordination of sprinkler system with architectural, structural, and mechanical systems
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 14 and 20
• 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, Close out procedures
• Updating of shop drawings and materials for project record
• 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

Preferred Qualifications, Education and Experience-

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