Fire Protection Designer

Salas O'Brien

$80K — $100K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of fire protection design experience required.
  • Working knowledge of ASHRAE, ASME, NFPA, and NEC necessary; familiarity with IBC, IMC, IECC, and IPC preferred.
  • Proficient in hydraulic calculations and industry-standard software like AutoSPRINK.
  • Skilled in Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills a must.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the production of fire protection construction documents using Revit.
  • Create detailed drawings including floor plans and riser diagrams for new and renovated projects.
  • Independently manage design tasks with little oversight.
  • Coordinate Revit models across engineering disciplines ensuring harmonized designs.
  • Facilitate design discussions during meetings with architects and clients, contributing insights to the design development process.
  • Perform clash detection and resolve design coordination issues for efficiency.
  • Oversee project timelines by managing drawing deliverables and production priorities.
  • Conduct design calculations and select appropriate fire protection equipment.
  • Write and refine technical documentation such as specifications and engineering reports.
  • Assist with construction administration tasks like RFIs and field revisions.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance included.
  • 401(k) plan with company match available.
  • Generous paid time off and company-observed holidays.
  • Access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
  • Support for professional development and training initiatives.
Full Job Description
Fire Protection Designer

Job Summary:

The Fire Protection designer will lead Revit production, drafting coordination, and construction documents for fire protection systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors including DOD, Federal and Private Space Industry projects. This position is offered in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead Revit production and preparation of fire protection construction documents for multiple projects.
  • Produce complex floor plans, riser diagrams, schedules, details, and equipment layouts for new and renovation projects.
  • Work independently with minimal oversight.
  • Coordinate Revit models with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines.
  • Discuss design during architect/client design review meetings and coordinate design development.
  • Lead clash detection and resolution coordination issues during design development.
  • Manage drawing deliverables, deadlines, and production priorities for assigned projects.
  • Prepare design calculations and selection of equipment for building fire protection systems.
  • Write and edit fire protection specifications, engineering reports, and other technical design documentation.
  • Familiarity with applicable industry codes and standards and apply requirements to project designs.
  • Support construction administration through submittal reviews, RFIs, punch walks, field revisions, and as-built updates.

Operational Responsibilities
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal standards, training, and quality control procedures.
  • Support proposals, bid site visits, and business development efforts as needed.

You will be a great fit if:

  • You have a minimum of 5+ years of fire protection design experience
  • Must have working knowledge of the ASHRAE, ASME, NFPA, and NEC; with a preference for knowledge of the IBC, IMC, IECC, and IPC requirements.

Skills/abilities:
  • Proficient in performing hydraulic calculations and using industry standard software such as AutoSPRINK or similar.
  • Proficient in Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Office
  • Familiarity with codes, standards, and design guidelines
  • Excellent work ethic and attitude
  • Good communication and time management skills
  • Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work

Location: Merritt Island, FL

Work Authorization/Security Clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen for Security Clearance requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

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