Fire Protection Designer - Sprinkler Layouts for Life Sciences

TG Gallagher; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

401(k) plan with company match

Quarterly bonuses

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

TG Gallagher is seeking a Fire Protection Designer to design sprinkler system layouts for life science, healthcare and higher education projects around the greater Boston area.

The candidate should have 3+ years of sprinkler design experience, knowledge of NFPA standards, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. The role collaborates with the sprinkler operations team and may involve field surveys and coordination meetings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience performing sprinkler design and calculations.
• Strong technical background in mechanical, plumbing, and/or fire protection systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and codes.

Responsibilities

• Design layouts of fire sprinkler systems and coordinate with MEP trades.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and stock listing.
• Attend virtual and project coordination meetings.
• Conduct field surveys and hydrant flow tests.
• Support estimating by reviewing bid drawings as needed.

Skills

Fire protection design

Hydraulic calculations

NFPA standards

Client communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

TG Gallagher is seeking a Fire Protection Designer to design sprinkler system layouts for life science, healthcare and higher education projects around the greater Boston area.

The candidate should have 3+ years of sprinkler design experience, knowledge of NFPA standards, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. The role collaborates with the sprinkler operations team and may involve field surveys and coordination meetings.