Fire Protection Designer

Garver Engineering; Platte Gardens (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering in Missouri seeks a Fire Protection Designer to lead the design of fire protection systems for diverse building projects. The role demands 5-10 years of relevant experience and skills in fire suppression and alarm systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams, manage project budgets, and utilize BIM software like Autodesk Revit. Strong communication skills are essential. Garver is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of building fire protection design and construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection, suppression, and alarm principles.
• Experience in interfacing with project teams on design, delivery, and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and commissioning of building fire protection systems.
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regional offices.
• Assist fire protection engineers in the design of building projects.

Skills

Fire protection design

Fire suppression systems

Fire alarm systems

BIM design software

Communication skills

Tools

Autodesk Revit

MS Office Suite

Job description

Fire Protection Designer – Kansas City, Missouri

As part of the Buildings Group for Garver, this Fire Protection Designer will be responsible for developing fire protection designs in support of various Buildings Business Line projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and commissioning of building fire protection systems, fire suppression systems, and fire alarm systems.
• Coordinate with other support disciplines and regional offices.
• Assist fire protection engineers in the design of building projects.
• Follow quality assurance and quality control plans.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of building fire protection design and construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection, suppression, and alarm principles.
• Experience in interfacing with project teams on design, delivery, and construction.
• Ability to manage project budget and schedule compliance.
• Familiarity with BIM design software (e.g., Autodesk Revit) to produce construction drawings.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• NICET certification in Fire Protection.
• Experience with AIA MasterSpec.
• Knowledge of Federal Agency design criteria.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.