Fire Sprinkler Designer

Job Description Job Description About the Company

Victory Fire Protection is Locally Owned Company that is based in Wheat Ridge Colorado. We have made a commitment to being a leader in the industry with forward-thinking innovation and providing the latest technologies to meet and exceed Colorado's unique life safety needs. Despite our growth, Victory Fire Protection has remained true to our guiding principles: Listening to the Customer, Always Striving to Improve, Providing Exemplary Work in a Timely Manner, and Doing Things the Right Way.

We understand that if Victory Fire Protection wants to be considered the best in the industry, it requires a company to have a true interest in the growth and development of its employees. That is why Victory Fire Protection requires that each employee plays an active part in their growth and development through rigorous in-house training and ongoing education to ensure that when they step foot onto the jobsite, the customer has full confidence in Victory Fire Protection's ability to take care of all of their Life Safety needs.

Fire Sprinkler Designer Position Overview

Join us in building a next level design department, where you will lead the development of high quality, code compliant commercial Fire Sprinkler system designs. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape standards, drive innovation, and grow a department with your expertise at the forefront. You will lead our design efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of fire protection codes, hydraulic calculations and CAD/BIM software. The Fire Sprinkler Designer will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and other partners to ensure all systems meet all NFPA standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities Apply fire protection codes and standards to the design of fire sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks. Ensure all designs adhere to and comply with applicable codes (NFPA, Local/State Fire Codes, and local building codes). Ability to Read and interpret Architectural, Structural, and MEP blueprints/PDF's, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to integrate fire protection systems into overall building designs. Conduct hydraulic calculations and system analyses to ensure effective fire protection solutions. Review and approve design drawings and specifications before submission to clients and regulatory authorities. Provide technical support and guidance to junior designers and project team members. Walk sites for site surveys where there may be long periods of standing as well as climbing and descending of ladders/steps Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in fire sprinkler design and safety. Prepare project documentation, including design reports, specifications, and compliance certifications.

Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Active NICET 3, 4
Proficient in NFPA code knowledge (13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated Codes/Standards) Experience with design software such as HydraCAD, SprinkCAD, AutoSPRINK, and Revit Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications
5+ years fire sprinkler design Proven leadership experience

Benefits

Excellent Pay Heath, Dental, Vision plans (Insurance premiums covered for employee) Sick Time, Vacation, and Company Holidays 401K with MATCH options Training and Career Development Tuition/Certification Reimbursement Annual Discretionary Bonus

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$110,000.00, depending on experience.