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Pye-Barker Fire & Safety · 1 day ago

Fire Sprinkler Design Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. The Fire Sprinkler Design Manager is responsible for leading a team of Sprinkler Designers, ensuring quality and timeliness of design work, and supporting sales and operations teams.

Building MaterialConstructionPublic SafetyReal Estate

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train, lead, manage, direct, develop, and motivate individuals and the team. Maximize productivity of design personnel and manage staff performance and conflicts with successful outcomes

Create and implement procedures, standards, and process improvements to enhance quality and timeliness of design work. Provide recommendations to executive management as needed regarding necessary equipment, personnel needs/changes, and the strategic direction for the department

Ensure strict adherence to the Operational Excellence program. Assist designers in working with sales, operations, and other design staff as needed to interpret project specifications

Develop project timelines, plan, schedule and assign sprinkler design work

Oversee the production of detailed design documents from project specifications, architectural drawings, and code requirements using AutoCAD and other software

Provide senior level technical assistance as needed

Review of drawings and stock lists to perform quality and process checks and identify issues that need further discussion or modification

Ensure proper reporting on design project progression. Facilitate weekly Design Department meetings and provide status updates, issues encountered, manpower, labor consumption, and percent complete vs. schedule

Ensure the department provides timely and accurate entries into operating systems and updates Compass regularly

Perform other duties as required and or assigned by executive management

In addition to building and maintaining a cohesive team atmosphere with design personnel, must maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with project managers, superintendents, fabrication shop management, suppliers, executive staff, and all support functions within S&S/Pye-Barker

Serve as a senior internal and external technical resource for all company offices

Qualification

AutoCADAutoSprinkNFPA 13 knowledgeHydraulic calculationsNICET IV certificationFire sprinkler designLeadership experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam playerAttention to detail

Required

High School diploma or GED

Proficient in extensive use of AutoCAD and sprinkler design software, especially AutoSprink

Ability to read and create complex prints and plans

Comprehensive knowledge of NFPA 13 and other relevant NFPA standards

Easily able to perform hydraulic calculations, strong math skills

Proven experience as a leader of successful individuals and teams

Strong organizational and time management skills with great attention to detail

Experience working against deadlines and a good track record of completing projects on time

Strong time management skills with great attention to detail, able to multitask and prioritize workflow

Advanced communication skills that allow effective communication with operations, customers, and management

Solid decision making and problem-solving skills

Comfort and proficiency with computer systems, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to work effectively as a team player

Demonstrates strong work ethic and is a self-starter with the ability to use independent judgement

Demonstrates desire for a long-term career and is commitment to continuous improvement

Ability to establish and inspire collective pursuit of a shared vision

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field

10+ years of fire sprinkler system design experience

NICET IV certification in Water Based Systems Layout

Experience designing industrial fire sprinkler systems

Proficient use of AutoCAD to autonomously design sprinkler systems

Proficient use of AutoSprink to design sprinkler systems

Ability to read and understand stock lists and material take-offs

Capable of supporting and mentoring team members on BIM 3D projects

Experience performing job-site field checks/surveys

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Commitment to continuous improvement

Experience with foam and industrial fixed spray & deluge applications is a plus

CFPS certification (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) is a plus

Valid TWIC Card

Benefits

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Company

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is a construction company providing sprinkler installation & inspections and industrial cleaning services.

Founded in 1946

Alpharetta, Georgia, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://pyebarkerfs.com/

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