Fire Sprinkler Design Assistant Manager

Fire Sprinkler Design Assistant Manager - Senior Level

Corona, CA

The LA / Orange County District office of Cosco Fire Protection has a challenging leadership and growth‑oriented opportunity for the right individual. We are looking for an experienced and motivated team player with a strong technical aptitude, a desire to hone processes and best practices, and to lead and mentor other team members in our growing department. We are looking for those who want to grow their career in a collaborative and accountable environment where they can directly contribute to shaping our design team and the business overall in this market.

If this sounds like you, please read on and come be a part of what we are building in Corona!

The fire sprinkler design assistant manager directs and coordinates activities of a team of engineers and designers to design fire sprinkler systems by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate personnel. Further, the incumbent has responsibility to supervise, motivate, guide and direct the design staff and to provide the proper working relationship between the design department and all other departments.

The role requires decisions of high complexity, and the review of questions from entry/mid‑level designers. The role requires judgment to refer questions or problems to other team leaders and management where appropriate. A successful team member will demonstrate an exceptional understanding of design/drafting techniques, fire sprinkler installation and fabrication techniques, a strong mechanical aptitude and construction background, and the ability to complete mathematical calculations.

• Direct team activities and prioritise/coordinate schedules to design new fire sprinkler/suppression systems.
• Provide technical oversight and review of sprinkler drawings, calculations, fabrication lists, and other pertinent deliverables.
• Develop process improvements that improve efficiency, consistency, and quality of the ultimate product.
• Support designers in coordination with the MEP teams and general contractors for BIM (Building Information Modeling), utilizing current programs (e.g. REVIT, NAVIS, etc.).
• Resolve problems using solutions that involve new techniques, technologies, and concepts.
• Confere with management, production, and installation staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing systems.
• Provide guidance and support on code interpretation as well as first‑level plan review.
• Provide training and coaching for the development of individual designers.
• Recruit and staff to meet design needs for the growth of the business.
• Maintain a working knowledge of new technologies that may improve operations, and develop recommendations accordingly.

• Ability to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, ASIs, etc.).
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel), AutoCAD, and fire sprinkler design software (e.g. Auto Sprink, Hydra
  
  CAD, etc.). Auto Sprink experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic calculations, stock listing, project design, and project management; able to review and approve work product of other design team members.
• Practical experience designing wet, dry, deluge, and pre‑action sprinkler systems for installation; design experience with fire pumps and standpipes is required.
• Special hazards design experience (e.g. fixed water spray, clean agent, foam, etc.) a plus.
• Strong familiarity with general construction practices and terms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable negotiating with customers, vendors, etc.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, self‑starter able to operate in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 14, 20, 25 and associated codes/standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent; postsecondary education preferred.
• 7 years (10+ years preferred) experience in fire protection design & project management.
• Previous fire sprinkler designer supervision experience a plus.
• Experience with Revit, Navis Works,…