Fire Protection Design Manager

Atlantic Constructors Inc.

Wilmington (NC)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to oversee the design/BIM aspects of new construction sprinkler projects at our Richmond, VA headquarters. This role requires coordinating with field teams, suppliers, and clients while ensuring NFPA code compliance.

The position calls for 5–7 years in fire protection design, supervisory experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and related design software.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fire protection design

Project management

Supervisory experience

Windows-based software

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Education

NICET Level II certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Fire protection design software

Job description

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. WORK FROM HOME FLEXIBILITY CAN BE OFFERED AT FIRST BUT THE MANAGER WOULD EVENTUALLY NEED TO BE ABLE TO RELOCATE TO THE RICHMOND, VA AREA AND WORK OUT OF ACI'S HEADQUARTERS WHEN NECESSARY.

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: