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CannonDesign · 5 months ago

Project Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer IV

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. The Project Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer IV will be responsible for complex design and oversight of plumbing and fire protection systems for large-scale buildings, while also mentoring and guiding less experienced staff.

ConsultingLegalProduct Design

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform and direct complex design of ductwork, piping and equipment selection for plumbing and fire protection systems for large scale size buildings

Able to work independently in all Mechanical disciplines with no oversight or guidance

As necessary assist with HVAC Designs

Oversee, guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to designers and engineering team

Direct the work of less experienced staff including the development and presentation of annual 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 the use Energy Model software

Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of plumbing and fire protection systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required

As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling HVAC systems

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

Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team and attend Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings with an understanding and focus on the project budget

Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team

Recommend improvements with reference standards and processes to improve quality, coordination, and to streamline production efforts

Conduct staff development activities including work planning, budget development, scheduling in conjunction with the Project Manager

Respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents

Conduct job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress

Attend and participate in construction meetings

Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site

Represents company in project activities; directs activities of project team members; represents company in business development and marketing activities

May serve on internal and/or professional committees

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PE in MechanicalFPERevit/BIM modelingEnergy Model softwareLEED accreditationLife Safety CodesEngineering design programsAnalytical skillsClient engagementCritical thinkingVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Minimum of 8+ years of related experience required

Current PE in Mechanical or FPE in the United States required

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 computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required

Preferred

LEED accreditation

Company

CannonDesign

Glassdoor4.0

CannonDesign is an integrated designing firm.

Founded in 1945

Grand Island, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.cannondesign.com/

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