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 vacation after 1 year of služ

12 paid statutory holidays

5 paid personal days per year

Group Insurance Plan upon hiring

RRSP with employer contributions (4%)}

Supplemental training as needed

Years of service recognition program

Job summary

Viking Fire Protection Inc. is seeking a senior drafter to lead design on a marquee, multimillion-dollar fire protection project scheduled over five years. You will design automatic sprinkler systems, produce compliant drawings, and support project management.

Responsibilities include detailed CAD drawings, BIM coordination, field surveys, and coordination with engineers and trades. Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD is essential; NFPA standards knowledge is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems and produce drawings that comply with current codes and standards.
• Support project management activities to ensure successful execution.
• Prepare detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD.
• Perform BIM coordination, 3D modeling, and participate in interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Review and adjust drawings throughout the project lifecycle for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, installers and other trades.
• Identify material requirements and support procurement activities.

Education

Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma

High School diploma with equivalent relevant experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HydraCAD

Job description

VT - 126

Location : Toronto

Schedule : 37.5hrs/week

Work arrangement : On-site

Salary : $80,000 - $110,000, based on 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 1 st 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

Industry Standards & Affiliation

Viking systems are designed and installed exclusively according to NFPA standards . Our team uses products that are recognized by ULC and FM Approved standards. Viking Fire Protection also meets pre-qualification requirements by several recognized organizations