Fire Protection Design Manager

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance Plan (Employee-Only)

Dental Insurance Plan (Employee-Only)

Short-Term Disability Plan (Employee-0

Life Insurance Plan (Employee-Only)

Vision Insurance Plan

401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching

Health Savings Plan with Matching

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to oversee the design and BIM aspects of sprinkler projects in the Richmond, VA area. The role supervises design staff, reviews drawings for NFPA compliance, and coordinates material procurement and field execution.

Responsibilities include project management, review of hydraulic calculations, vendor invoices, and regular department meetings. The position offers strong growth and a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in fire protection designer and/or equivalent
• Prior supervisor/management experience
• Understanding of NFPA and local authorities' jurisdiction requirements
• Ability to interpret architect drawings/specifications
• Proficient in Windows-based CAD, AutoCAD design software or other fire protection design software
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and spatial orientation

Responsibilities

• Manage project duties and delegate to team members
• Review design drawings for NFPA code compliance
• Review material submittals for NFPA compliance
• Review hydraulic calculations for NFPA compliance
• Coordinate material delivery with customer and field superintendent
• Supervise designer tasks and schedules
• Coordinate and review shop drawings with A/E
• Support FP sales team with bid take-off as needed
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and report issues
• Lead department meetings and project reviews

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

NICET Level II certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Fire protection design software

Job description

Prior supervisor/management experience

Fire Protection Design Manager

Fire Protection Design Manager

THIS POSITION IS OFFERING A $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES! AND UP TO $10,000 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE FOR RELOCATING THE RICHMOND, VA AREA

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Summary/Objective

The Fire Protection Design Manager will be responsible for general supervision of all design/BIM aspects of our new construction sprinkler projects.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for project management duties for each project and/or delegation to appropriate team member
• Reviews design drawings for compliance with NFPA codes and project specifications
• Reviews material submittals for compliance with NFPA codes and project specifications
• Reviews hydraulic calculations for compliance with NFPA codes and project specifications
• Reviews and procures all material stock lists for construction projects
• Coordinates material delivery with customer and field superintendent
• Supervises designer's tasks and schedules
• Reviews designer drawings to comply with department standard
• Monitors design hours for profitability/efficiently
• Supervises field measuring process with designers
• Participates in regularly scheduled department meetings to review progress on current projects and future project needs
• Assists FP sales team with bid take off as needed
• Coordinates and resolves design conflicts with field superintendent
• Conducts job "kick-off" meetings for superintendent and field crews
• Coordinates regular FP department meetings
• Reviews and approves vendor material invoices for construction
• Coordinates permit process with local Authority Housing Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Coordinates and reviews shop drawing process with A/E
• Maintains "design" file for each construction project
• Coordinates with FP service staff for small/day work projects
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed and brings problems to supervisor, safety, or HR
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: Yes

Required

• 5-7 years of experience in fire protection designer and/or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
• Prior supervisor/management experience
• NICET Level II certification (preferred but not required)
• Understanding of NFPA and local authorities' jurisdiction requirements
• Ability to interpret architect drawings/specifications
• Proficient in Windows-based CAD, AutoCAD design software or other fire protection design software
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and spatial orientation aptitude and skills
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, MS Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with attention to detail
• Strong negotiation and problem resolution skills
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Fire Protection Design Manager
• Must be available to work assigned schedule

Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position may require visits to construction site

Physical Demands

• This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools
• Fire Protection Design Manager

Travel

• May require travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred

• Prior military experience

Fire Protection Designer

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer