Fire Protection Design Manager — Remote Start + $10k Sign-On

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; 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) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to lead the design/BIM efforts for our new construction sprinkler projects at the Richmond, VA HQ. The role requires supervising design staff, ensuring NFPA compliance, and coordinating with field teams and vendors.

You will manage project drawings, calculations, and submittals, while driving profitable delivery and maintaining safety standards across multiple ongoing assignments.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in fire protection designer
• Prior supervisor/management experience
• NICET Level II certification preferred
• 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
• 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

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

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Mechanical aptitude

Education

NICET Level II certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Fire Protection Design Manager to lead the design/BIM efforts for our new construction sprinkler projects at the Richmond, VA HQ. The role requires supervising design staff, ensuring NFPA compliance, and coordinating with field teams and vendors.

You will manage project drawings, calculations, and submittals, while driving profitable delivery and maintaining safety standards across multiple ongoing assignments.