Fire Protection Designer- Mullins Mechanical

Together We Build - Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice : We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

As an Operations - Design Manager, you will be a key player in promoting our company and expanding our fire sprinkler service offerings. This is a key position in our company. Your role involves coordinating operations completely with FPE, PM, Field Operations, and BD to provide comprehensive fire protection proposals, design, and execution for design-build pursuits. We're seeking an individual with high-level fire protection experience and who possesses exceptional leadership and communication skills. NICET Certification and management experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborate with pre-construction team during bid pursuits.
• Schedule design assignments. Track progress and schedules.
• Initiate and run weekly meetings with the team. Identify and solve issues.
• Schedule PM assignments and track individual PM progress.
• Work with PM / Field Ops on scheduling, change orders, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and professional representation and responsiveness for prospects and customers.
• Interact with clients and advise them during all phases of the project.
• Perform actual design duties until the design team is assembled.
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY :

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / EDUCATION

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience :

Growth Opportunities : Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture : You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact : Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits : You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business