Fire Protection Design Manager

Atlantic Constructors Inc.; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to oversee the design and BIM aspects of our new construction sprinkler projects. The role requires supervising designers, reviewing NFPA-compliant drawings and hydraulic calculations, and coordinating with field teams to keep projects on schedule.

Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential. This position is headquartered in Richmond, VA with relocation assistance offered.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of fire protection designer experience or equivalent
• Prior supervisor/management experience
• NICET Level II certification preferred but not required
• Understanding of NFPA and local authorities' jurisdiction requirements
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and specs
• Proficient in Windows-based CAD and fire protection design software
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and delegate tasks to team members
• Review designs for NFPA code compliance and specs
• Review material submittals for NFPA compliance
• Review hydraulic calculations for NFPA compliance
• Procure material stock lists for construction projects
• Coordinate material delivery with customer and field staff
• Supervise designers and monitor design hours
• Lead kickoff meetings with superintendent and crews
• Coordinate permit processes with AHJ
• Maintain design files for each project

Skills

Project management

NFPA knowledge

AutoCAD

Budgeting

Communication skills

Education

NICET Level II certification

Tools

AutoCAD

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

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

THIS ROLE IS OFFERED OUT OF OUR HEADQUARTERS IN RICHMOND, VA. QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WOULD NEED TO BE WILLING TO RELOCATE THEMSELVES TO RICHMOND IF MADE AN OFFER. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS OFFERED!

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

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:

Work Environment:

• 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