SPRINKLER DESIGNER
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
Full-time
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About The Position
Overall, the primary responsibility of a sprinkler designer is to develop safe and efficient fire protection systems that protect lives and property in the event of a fire.
Key Responsibilities
System Design
Overall, the primary responsibility of a sprinkler designer is to develop safe and efficient fire protection systems that protect lives and property in the event of a fire.
Key Responsibilities
System Design
- Designing fire protection systems compliant with local building codes, insurance standards, and industry regulations
- Analyzing building plans to identify potential fire hazards
- Determining the optimal location and type of sprinklers
- Calculating water flow and pressure requirements
- Creating detailed layout plans for the sprinkler system, indicating equipment placement
- Considering factors such as building layout, occupancy type, ceiling height, and potential obstructions for effective water distribution
- Performing hydraulic calculations for water flow, pressure, and pipe sizing
- Considering factors such as pipe length, elevation changes, friction loss, and water supply capabilities
- Selecting suitable materials, sprinkler heads, pipes, fittings, and other components
- Considering factors such as the type of occupancy, anticipated fire hazards, and local regulations
- Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and others involved in the construction or renovation process
- Coordinating designs with other building systems for compatibility and integration
- Staying updated with local, national, and international fire protection codes and standards
- Ensuring designs meet safety standards and obtaining necessary permits and approvals
- Preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation for the sprinkler system design
- Creating documents for reference during installation, inspections, and maintenance
- Working closely with clients, project managers, contractors, and other stakeholders
- Addressing design challenges and ensuring the system meets expectations and project timelines
- Visiting construction sites to verify installation compliance with design plans
- Providing guidance to the installation team
- Participating in inspections and tests of the completed system to ensure proper functionality
- Customer service focused experience in a B2B environment preferred
- Experience in fire protection or mechanical/electrical contracting a definite asset
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle and execute on multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong organizational, time management and leadership skills
- Proven track record in account management and client retention
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Competitive wage structure
- Extensive advancement opportunities
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Responsibilities
Design compliant fire sprinkler systems, including system layouts, hydraulic calculations, and selection of suitable materials and equipment. Coordinate with project stakeholders, prepare design documentation, and support site installation, inspections, and testing.
Requirements
Customer service experience in a B2B environment is preferred, and experience in fire protection or mechanical/electrical contracting is an asset. Strong communication, organization, time management, and leadership skills are expected, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and a proven record in account management and client retention.
Skills
- Fire Protection System Design
- Building Code Compliance
- Building Plan Analysis
- Sprinkler System Layout
- Hydraulic Calculations
- Water Flow and Pressure Calculations
- Pipe Sizing
- Material and Equipment Selection
- Cross-Disciplinary Coordination
- Technical Documentation and Drawings
- Client Communication
- Project Coordination
- Site Inspections
- Account Management
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- Competitive Wage Structure
- Advancement Opportunities
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Security & Safety
- Trades
Keywords
- Fire Protection Systems
- Sprinkler Design
- Building Codes
- Insurance Standards
- Fire Hazards
- System Layout
- Hydraulic Calculations
- Water Flow
- Water Pressure
- Pipe Sizing
- Friction Loss
- Sprinkler Heads
- Pipes and Fittings
- Mechanical Contracting
- Electrical Contracting
- Construction
- Building Systems Integration
- Permits and Approvals
- Technical Drawings
- Specifications
- Installation
- Inspections
- System Testing
- B2B Customer Service
- Account Management
- Client Retention