Job Description
Job Description
A Carlysle Engineering Fire Protection Construction Designer is responsible for designing, coordinating the installation, and ensuring compliance of water-based fire protection suppression systems within construction projects, collaborating with general contractors, and building officials to ensure successful project completion.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design and Analysis :
- Develop fire protection system layouts based on building plans, relevant NFPA and insurance underwriter codes.
- Calculate water flow requirements for sprinkler systems and design fire alarm system layouts.
- CAD based 3D MEP project coordination with other trades.
- Construction Oversight :
- Review construction documents to verify fire protection system integration and compliance with codes.
- Conduct site inspections prior and during construction to ensure proper installation of fire protection systems.
- Coordinate with contractors to address any installation issues and maintain project timelines.
- Code Compliance :
- Stay updated on local, state, and national fire safety codes and standards.
- Interpret and apply relevant fire codes to construction projects.
- Obtain necessary permits and approvals from building officials regarding fire protection systems.
- Collaboration :
- Work closely with general contractors, installing foreman, fabrication shop and outside superintendent to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.
- Work closely with general contractors and other subcontractors to ensure proper installation window are maintenance to keep project schedule.
Required Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related field preferredKnowledge of fire protection codes and standards (NFPA 13, 14, 20 & 25, etc.)Experience with fire protection design software (AutoCAD, Revit)Strong understanding of construction practices and building methodsExcellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications :
NICET certification for Water Based System LayoutCompany Description
Carlysle Engineering has been providing fire protection contract services in the New England area for over seventy-five years.
Company Description
Carlysle Engineering has been providing fire protection contract services in the New England area for over seventy-five years.