Fire Sprinkler Designer - Continental

Position Overview

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, including directed classroom training, directed field training, and a significant amount of self‑directed training and research.

The entry level designer will learn to read construction drawings, prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, prepare material stock lists, visit construction jobsites to review field conditions, and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.

This position, being part of the construction industry, is extremely schedule and deadline driven. The key attributes needed are drive, adaptability, and effective intelligence—learning a principle and applying it to unique situations. Successful candidates will exhibit humility, integrity, and teamwork, and will be resilient, curious, quick learners who are not afraid to ask questions, who adapt to changes, meet deadlines, and learn from mistakes.

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit, is a full-service fire suppression company that designs, installs, services and inspects fire protection systems with the highest commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. With expertise and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project, we have completed a wide range of projects in 46 states since 1971.

We take pride in developing internal talent into the managers and leaders of the future, committing extensive resources to training and developing our people through formal programs and hands‑on experience. Our experienced personnel, innovative technology, and genuine dedication to customer service establish us as a trusted source for fire protection services.

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), perform field engineering support and review, and plan operations for field installation
• 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
• Oversee project scheduling, quantity tracking, material fabrication, and procurement
• Administer contracts and communicate with the general contractor and authorities having jurisdiction
• Produce “as‑built” drawings for in‑house archive and client files
• Conduct NFPA and Building Code research

• Currently pursuing or a recent graduate in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related degree;
  Associates degree also considered, or 1‑2 years of fire sprinkler design experience, or 2+ years of 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 business requires (25%‑50%) and work in a variety of climates and environments
• Ability 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 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
• Humility to learn from mistakes and avoid repeating them
• Flexibility to work with a team or independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
• Organized, time‑and‑deadline…