Designer / Project EngineerVirginia Beach, VA
Designers are responsible for the accurate design and layout of fire protection systems. This includes limited project management tasks and coordination with other building construction trades. This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project, designing, trade coordination, creating the material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.
This position has a salary range of $40/hr - $50/hr depending on experience.
Job Responsibilities - Reads, interprets construction documents such as drawings, specifications and other contract documents.
- Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs.
- Prepares fire protection shop drawings, specifications, equipment submittals and computer hydraulic calculations as needed for compliance with applicable fire protection codes.
- Prepares equipment stock lists and fabrication lists for fabrication of fire protection piping and hangers and purchases material as necessary.
- Surveys existing buildings for accurate, economical installation of fire protection systems.
- Coordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job information.
- Generates Request for Information Forms (RFI's), test certificates and Operation and Maintenance Manuals (O&M's).
- Maintain design and all functions historical records for future use.
- Attends related training classes, courses and seminars as requested by supervisor.
Job Qualifications - NICET certification preferred but not required. Either "In Training," or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified.
- Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software.
- Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines.
- Three years successful construction industry experience with knowledge of Fire Protection industry.
- Supervisory experience is a plus.
- CAD based degree or other applicable degree from a technical school or college preferred.
- Three years' experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design is preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented and skilled in freehand and mechanical lettering and drawing.
- Willing to coordinate and work well with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to travel overnight, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Able to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference checks.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment - Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Why Choose to Work for American Fire Protection Group? - We offer competitive pay for experienced sales professionals with proven track records of success.
- All inspection salespeople are eligible for incentive-based commissions and bonuses for bringing in new customers and retaining their current book of business.
- We offer a vehicle allowance that covers the cost of your mileage, gas, and toll charges.
- We provide a company cell phone and computer.
- We are owned by the APi Group, a multi-billion-dollar corporation based in Minnesota. This is a benefit that provides financial support and backing, world-class training, and leadership development.
- We believe in promoting from within. Every employee can participate in an Individual Development Plan (IDP). If you have the drive to make a better career for yourself, we will help you achieve that goal.
- We advocate for the use of the most current technology our industry has to offer. We provide software to our salespeople that helps prospect new customers, manage existing relationships, and provide our TEAM every opportunity to WIN.
- We are an engaged organization with strong and authentic values and, where two-way promises and commitments are understood and fulfilled.
- We hire people whose values align with ours. This is a key element of our People/Talent Development Operating Code tenet.
- Many of our employees have worked with us for over 30 years. We believe if we invest in the right people, we will create long-lasting professional relationships that make everyone successful.
- We have a longstanding commitment to hire veterans, both in the field and in the office.
Please visit www.afpgusa.com/careers for more information or to see all job openings.
