Senior Sprinkler Designer / Project Manager

Viking Fire Protection Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of vacation

Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan

Group RRSP with employer contributions

Supplemental training

Recognition Program

Job summary

A fire protection solutions company in Toronto is seeking a skilled designer to oversee multimillion-dollar projects and design automatic fire sprinkler systems. The role requires expertise in AutoCAD and Revit, along with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment with emphasis on employee development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of fire protection drafting experience.
• Proficiency in computer-assisted design with AutoCAD and experience with Revit.
• Knowledge of standards and codes governing design and installation of automatic fire protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems and produce compliant drawings.
• Prepare detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Review and adjust drawings to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM coordination

3D modeling

HydraCAD

Technical support

Education

Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or Design

High School diploma with equivalent relevant experience

Job description

As part of a dynamic design team, you will take on a key leadership role that includes overseeing a marquee, multimillion‑dollar project scheduled over the next five years. This flagship initiative will allow you to influence technical direction, coordinate major project phases, and contribute to innovative fire protection solutions of significant scale and visibility.

Your main responsibility will be to design automatic fire sprinkler systems and produce drawings that comply with current codes and standards. You will also support project management activities to ensure successful execution.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Preparing detailed drawings based on architectural, structural, and mechanical plans using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD
• Performing BIM coordination, 3D modeling, and participating in interdisciplinary coordination meetings
• Positioning sprinklers and designing systems in accordance with current codes and standards
• Reviewing, verifying, and adjusting drawings throughout the project lifecycle to ensure technical accuracy and compliance
• Working closely with project managers, engineers, installers, and other trades to ensure proper coordination, problem-solving, and alignment of project objectives
• Identifying material requirements, ordering materials based on coordinated drawings using HydraList, and supporting procurement activities
• Participating in project planning by assessing design constraints, timelines, and construction considerations
• Conducting field surveys to gather information necessary for accurate design and installation drawings
• Providing technical support to project teams, contributing to decision‑making, and helping maintain project schedules and client expectations

Success Factors

• Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or Design or High School diploma with equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum of 10 years of fire protection drafting experience
• Proficiency in computer-assisted design with AutoCAD and experience with Revit
• Knowledge of HydraCAD (an asset)
• Knowledge of standards and codes governing design and installation of automatic fire protection systems
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle

Why Join Viking?

• Viking values, respects, and supports the interests of itsemployees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualifiedcandidates
• Salary based on experience: $80,000 – $110,000
• 4 weeks of vacation from May 1st following 1 yearof service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays and 5 paidpersonal days per year
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan upon hiring,including the virtual care platform Dialogue fora quick access to healthcare services in manyCanadian provinces
• Group RRSP with employer contributions (4%) following 3 months ofcontinuous service
• Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs
• Years of service Recognition Program

* This role is currently available within our organization