Western States Fire Protection · 5 months ago
Fire Sprinkler Project Manager and Designer
Western States Fire Protection is a family of unique individuals committed to integrity, quality, and safety in Life Safety Systems. The Fire Sprinkler Project Manager and Designer will design, coordinate, and manage fire sprinkler systems for various building types while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
ConstructionInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
Perform hydraulic calculations
Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations
Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
Conduct long range project planning and scheduling
Monitor and manage projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity, and profitability requirements
Directly manage field labor force of assigned project to assure maximum productivity
Track employee hours and crew mix rates for each project
Ensure proper staffing is in place on each project
Identify changes in projects that impact cost, schedule, or labor requirements
Make sure change orders/change estimates are completed in timely manner
Monitor project billings for accuracy and maintenance of a positive cash flow
Continually monitor progress of projects; review reports to ensure compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines
Assist/lead during field check stage of the project
Forecast future manpower requirements
Oversee work of subcontractors
Ensure work complies with codes and permits
Administer construction contracts, approve work quality and payment requests
Report to owner and general contractor about progress and any necessary modifications required
Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices
Qualification
Required
Construction Management degree or applicable other degree from a technical school or college
NICET certification required. Either 'In Training', or NICET Level I, II, III, or IV certified
Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of fire sprinkler design and project management experience
Three years experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design is required
Detail-oriented and skilled in free hand and mechanical lettering and drawings
Willing to coordinate and work well with others
Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal
Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check
Must be willing to relocate to Idaho Falls, ID if not already living in the region
Preferred
Supervisory experience is a plus
Benefits
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistant Program
Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Employer paid Life Insurance
Gym membership reimbursement
Company
Western States Fire Protection
Western States Fire Protection is a construction and manufacturing company located in Centennial.
Funding
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