Senior Plumbing & Fire Protection Lead — Remote

CannonDesign

United States

On-site

USD 96,000 - 108,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k plan

Remote work options

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Job summary

CannonDesign is seeking a senior plumbing designer/engineer in the United States to lead complex design of plumbing and fire protection systems for large-scale buildings. You will mentor designers, coordinate with clients and project teams, and oversee BIM modeling from schematic design through construction administration using Revit and energy modeling tools.

The role requires 8+ years of related experience; US licensure is preferred; strong Life Safety Codes knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

Minimum 8+ years of related experience.
Associates degree in Engineering or related field required.
Current CPD, PE or FPE in the United States preferred.
LEED accreditation preferred.
Strong knowledge of Life Safety Codes.
Must be a critical thinker.
Must be highly analytical.
Must be able to work independently with no oversight or guidance.
Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
Must have the ability to engage effectively with clients.
Experience in engineering design programs (Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

Responsibilities

Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment for plumbing and fire protection systems.
Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team.
Direct the work of less experienced staff including performance reviews.
May serve in the QAQC process and an independent reviewer.
Interface effectively with clients and members of the design team.
Oversee the use of engineering complexities related to Energy Model software.
Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings from schematic design to construction administration.
Specify equipment such as water heaters, plumbing fixtures, water softeners and pumping equipment.
Review and accept selective shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
Attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration meetings and focus on project budget.
Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality and coordination.
Conduct staff development activities with Project Manager.
Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders.
Site visits to verify conditions and observe progress; attend construction meetings.