Senior Fire Protection Designer & Team Lead (BIM & Revit)

Talently

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Talently is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Design Lead in Colorado to guide a team through complex sprinkler design and project management. You will review drawings, hydraulic calculations, and deliverables while coordinating BIM efforts with MEP teams and general contractors.

You will mentor designers, enhance design processes, and stay updated on new technologies to boost efficiency and quality across projects.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of fire protection design and project management experience; 10+ years preferred.
NICET III certification or higher; NICET IV or a Fire Protection PE preferred.
Experience designing wet, dry, deluge, and pre-action sprinkler systems, including fire pumps and standpipes.
Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stocklisting, project design, and project management.
Ability to review and approve design work and provide technical leadership to other designers.
Knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, and 25, and applicable codes and standards.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and fire sprinkler design software such as AutoSprink or HydraCAD.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and related documents, with strong mathematical and analytical skills.
Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with sound knowledge of construction practices.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate design team schedules and activities for fire sprinkler and suppression projects.
Review and approve drawings, hydraulic calculations, fabrication lists, and other design deliverables.
Improve processes and best practices to enhance design quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Support BIM coordination with MEP teams and general contractors using tools such as Revit and Navisworks.
Provide guidance on code interpretation, plan reviews, and complex technical design challenges.
Coordinate with management, production, and installation teams to assess feasibility, costs, and project needs.
Train, coach, and mentor designers, and support recruiting and staffing for department growth.
Keep informed about new technologies and recommend improvements to design operations.