Job Information
Continental Fire Sprinkler Company Experienced Fire Alarm Designer - Continental Fire Sprinkler in Omaha, Nebraska
Requisition ID: 144121
Job Level: Mid Level
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are an innovative and collaborative team of designers that prepare submittal and field installation drawings, installation details, calculations, and submittal data for fire alarm and detection systems based on the requirements set by NFPA code standards, the International Building and Fire Codes, and the Local Authority or fire marshal. The position is direct experienced level in fire alarm design and will require minimal training provided by the company. The training will involve company policies and standards rather than the entry level directed classroom training.
The experienced level designer will be expected to know how to read construction drawings, prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, 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 (learning a principle and applying it to unique situations). The most successful candidates will exhibit the qualities of humility, integrity, and team-ability.
We are looking for experienced resilient candidates that can perform the job duties on day one and still learn new things, have a curious mind and are not afraid to ask questions, be able to adapt to changes, meet deadlines, and be humble enough to learn from mistakes.
District Overview
Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is a turnkey fire protection contractor headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. With talented people and extensive resources, Continental Fire Sprinkler Company has completed a wide range of projects within 46 different states throughout the nation since 1971.
Location
This position is located in Omaha, NE.
Responsibilities
Be proficient at detailing of shop drawings (field installation drawings and battery calculations), field engineering (on the job site 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 alarm and detection design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors
Oversee project scheduling, onsite operations planning, quantity tracking, material fabrication and procurement
Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite
Contract administration and communication with the general contractor and authority having jurisdiction
Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files.
General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor
Ability to travel to construction jobsites and other office locations as the business requires (25%-50%), exposed to wide-ranging climates and environments
Be able to teach others how to read construction, engineering, architectural, and structural plans
Self-directed NFPA, Building, and Fire Codes research
Qualifications
A graduate in an Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related degree preferred (Associates degree also considered), or 2+ years fire alarm design experience with associated 2+ years direct construction related experience
Experienced with AutoCAD
NICET certification strongly preferred
Experienced with MS Excel and Word
High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Company: Continental