Fire Sprinkler Designer

Volt is immediately hiring a Fire Sprinkler Designer / Project Manager with an industry leader in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role you will be able to grow your career in a collaborative and accountable environment where you can directly contribute to shaping the business in this market.

The Fire Sprinkler Designer will :

• Use CAD equipment to prepare moderate / complex layouts of fire sprinkler, standpipe and fire pump systems.
• Prepare detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams.
• Ensure drawings include all views and dimensions necessary for efficient field installation.
• Prepare submittals and obtain permits.
• Make decisions of high complexity, review questions from entry / mid-level designers and refer questions / problems to lead designer(s) and management.
• Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of design / drafting techniques, experience with fire sprinkler terminology, strong mechanical aptitude, and ability to complete mathematical calculations.

This is a full-time, Direct Hire opportunity.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and Fire Sprinkler Design software (e.g. AutoSprings, HydraCAD etc.).
• Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stocklisting, project design, and project management.
• Practical experience designing Wet, Dry, Deluge, and Pre Action Sprinkler Systems for installation. Design experience with fire pumps and standpipes is required.
• Special Hazards design experience (e.g. fixed water spray, clean agent, foam, etc.) a plus.
• Strong familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes / Standards.

Project Management Responsibilities :

• Purchase material, buy out subcontracts, generate RFIs, prepare and maintain project schedules. Assist with change order pricing, negotiation, and review.
• Communicate with field personnel, AHJ’s, customers, sales reps, and field superintendents.
• Retain full project responsibility for approvals, material procurement, coordination, schedule, and design budgets.
• Attend all project related meetings.
• Perform other job duties as required

Education : Associate or Bachelor (preferred)

• High school diploma or equivalent, postsecondary education preferred.
• Experience with Revit, NavisWorks, and AutoSprink a plus.
• NICET III (min), NICET IV or PE (preferred).

Salary : $83200.00-104000.00 a year

Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits : Since this is a Direct Hire role, benefits will be provided by the employer.

Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates.

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Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.

S.C. 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Volt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.