Sprinkler Designer - Continental Fire Protection

Job Information

• Requisition : 178642
• Job Level: Mid Level
• Department: Drafting & Design
• Employment Type: Full Time

We are adding Sprinkler Designers to our team to support project growth in our Fire Suppression market. We are looking for Designers with 2 or more years of experience in design, have experience or interest in Fire Suppression systems, and want to grow their career while working on a variety of projects.

Continental has been in business for over 50 years and has the expertise and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project. We support Fire Suppression Systems design/installation and services for Energy, Educational, Healthcare, Retail, Sports Facilities/Entertainment, High Rise offices, manufacturing, casinos and residential customers. Our collaborative team of designers and PMs works in various regions throughout the Central United States, supporting Fire suppression design, installation, 3D design, Design/Build, alarm/detection, service and inspection.

Designers perform design, 3D models, work with fluid mechanics to prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, visit project sites for walkdowns, and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is a turnkey fire protection contractor operating since 1971. We offer comprehensive fire protection services across the United States including consultation, design, installation, maintenance, testing and inspections.

This position could be based out of any of our Iowa Offices – Davenport, Cedar Rapids or Des Moines. The opportunity is full time in office, with relocation assistance available for qualified applicants.

• Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
• Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions, and operation planning 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 building structure and other MEP subcontractors
• Prepare project material stock lists for procurement
• Assist with field engineering troubleshooting and support installation operations on the jobsite
• Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files
• General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor

• Associate’s degree in Design, Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related fields
• Or 6+ years of mechanical design experience in construction if no associate’s degree
• Prior experience with Fire Suppression systems is highly desired; other mechanical piping system experience is preferred
• Design experience using BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, Hydro
  
  CAD, Sprink
  
  CAD, Microstation
• Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction
• High level of self‑discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Team player, able to work independently; highly motivated with demonstrated passion for excellence and initiative
• Passion for safety, quality, and interest in learning new technologies and growing design skills
• Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Productive work, meet deadlines timely
• Professional communication and interaction with supervisors, employees, and others in a team environment
• Work safely and effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions, warnings, equipment use, and policies
• Work normal operating hours, and overtime or weekends as required
• May work at various locations; conditions may vary

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.