Design Manager - Fire Sprinkler

Ryan Fireprotection Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Fireprotection Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Design Manager - Fire Sprinkler responsible for designing projects in compliance with local and state codes, and contract specifications.

You will collaborate with the Director of Engineering and Operations to deliver cost-effective, code-compliant designs on schedule. The role oversees detailed drawings, keeps up with sprinkler design software, coordinates with superintendents and project managers, manages design backlog and KPIs, and

Qualifications

• Prepare detailed working drawings per contract documents.
• Ensure all drawings reflect latest codes, standards, materials and design methods.
• Maintain knowledge of drawing software and sprinkler design technology.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with superintendents and project managers on project problems and opportunities.
• Assist with coordination meetings, field surveys, and scheduling.
• Review and manage design team workload and design backlog.
• Propose process improvements to benefit project delivery and safety.

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Position:Design Manager - Fire Sprinkler

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Job Id:977

# of Openings:1

Job Title: Design Manager

Reports to: Regional Manager

General Summary:
The Design Manager is responsible for the design of assigned projects in accordance with local and state codes and the specifications outlined in each contract. This role ensures designs are built using the most cost-effective methods and works closely with the Director of Engineering and the Operations team to deliver accurate, code-compliant work on schedule.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Design Oversight

• Manage the preparation of detailed working drawings in accordance with contract documents.
• Ensure all team drawings reflect the latest codes, standards, materials, and design methods.
• Maintain working knowledge of current drawing software and sprinkler design technology.
• Review design reports prior to Pre-Construction meetings.
• Assign design team members to the projects that best fit their skills.
• Conduct training for the design department.
• Review and approve timesheets and vacation requests.
• Uphold company culture, safety standards, and daily drill administration.

Project Coordination

• Communicate with superintendents and project managers on project problems and opportunities.
• Assist with coordination meetings, scheduled meetings, and field surveys as needed.
• Assist with management and question responses on the Design Teams platform.

Performance & Process

• Understand cost tradeoffs in design decisions.
• Review cost-to-date reports to monitor job progress.
• Manage the design backlog and track KPIs.
• Manage commitments to ensure dates and expectations are met.
• Identify and propose process improvements for the betterment of Ryan Fireprotection.