Fire Sprinkler Designer - Continental

Requisition : 177233
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time

We are an innovative and collaborative team of designers that prepare submittal and field installation drawings, hydraulic calculations, and submittal data for fire protection systems based on the requirements set by NFPA code standards, the International Building Code, and the Local Authority or fire marshal. The position is entry level and will require weeks of hands on training provided by the company.

The training will involve directed classroom training, directed field training, and a significant amount of self‑directed training and research. The entry level designer will be expected to learn how to read construction drawings, prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, prepare material stock lists, visit the construction jobsites to review actual field conditions, and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.

This position, being a part of the construction industry, is extremely schedule and deadline driven. The key attributes needed for this position are Drive, Adaptability, and Effective Intelligence. The most successful candidates will exhibit the qualities of humility, integrity, and team‑ability.

This position is based out of our main office in Omaha, Nebraska or our area offices in Des Moines, Iowa, Cedar Rapids, Iowa;
Davenport, Iowa and Hanover, Maryland.

• Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre‐action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
• Detail shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering (on‑jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
• Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction
• Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors
• Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement
• Oversee project scheduling, quantity tracking, material fabrication and procurement
• Contract administration and communication with the general contractor and authority having jurisdiction
• Prepare as‑built drawings for in‑house archive and client files
• Research NFPA Codes and Building Code

• Currently pursuing or a recent graduate in an Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related degree preferred (Associates degree also considered), or 1‑2 years fire sprinkler design experience, or 2+ years direct construction related experience
• Experience and familiarity with MS Excel, Word, and AutoCAD preferred
• Ability to travel to construction jobsites and other office locations as the business requires (25‑50%)
• Able to learn how to read construction, engineering, architectural, and structural plans
• High level of self‑discipline and ability to operate in a team environment
• Highly motivated with a passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• A passion for safety and ensuring that nobody gets hurt
• Having humility to learn from mistakes and not make the same mistakes twice
• Able to move between working with a team and working independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Organized, time and deadline conscious, and attention to detail

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Base Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.