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Senior Sprinkler Designer

Sunland Fire Protection - High Point, NC

Sunland Fire Protection (SFP) and American Fire Protection Group (AFPG) is a people-first company with a proven track record of investing in our teammates. Our purpose of "Building Great Leaders" is at the forefront of everything we do.

SFP and AFPG is powered by APi Group - a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. Being a part of an organization like APi Group has many benefits, including highly competitive pay, industry leading benefits and perks, and extensive learning and development opportunities.

We often hear companies claim they are a "family" not just a "company." We strive to be a company that prioritizes the family YOU already have waiting for you at home. Creating a healthy work-life balance and ensuring everyone makes it home safely is our top priority.

Benefits We Offer :

Comprehensive Insurance coverage - Health, Dental, Vision and More
401(k) Plan - Matching %
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Flex Spending (FSA) and HSA
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Individual Development Plan (IDP) - Define your career goals and create a plan that make the goals attainable
Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Discretionary Bonuses
Employer Paid Life Insurance

Senior Sprinkler Designer Position

The Senior Sprinkler Designer plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing fire protection solutions for diverse building projects. This role requires independent leadership of the design process to deliver optimal fire safety systems with minimal oversight. This individual will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems. Close coordination with the project leader, superintendent, sales representative, and outside vendors will be required throughout the life of projects. This role also offers a chance to mentor junior designers, shape company culture, and make a real impact on building safety by utilizing the individual's expertise in fire codes, hydraulics, and CAD software to create optimal fire safety solutions.

This position has a salary range of $80K-$100K depending on experience

Job Responsibilities

Review construction contract documents and coordinate with subcontractors and General Contractor / owner to gather the required information to design the project's sprinkler system.

Ensure Independent leadership of the design process to deliver optimal fire safety systems with minimal oversight

Through the use of analytical thinking and problem-solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities.

Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoSprink.

Mentor junior designers, shape company culture, and impact building safety by utilizing the individual's expertise in fire codes, hydraulics, and CAD software to create optimal fire safety solutions.

Create a stock list for all materials required throughout the project.

Perform hydraulic calculations.

Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work.

Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use.

Develop positive, lasting relationships with customers to ensure the company is meeting customers' expectations.

Coordinate with other departments within the office to ensure proper handover of job information.

Coordinate with outside vendors when needed.

Accurately forecast hours to complete design on projects.

Perform Project Leader (Manager) functions as required.

Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor.

Job Qualifications

NICET certification required. Minimally a NICET Level II. A NICET Level III or IV is preferred.

Demonstrated ability with AutoSprink.

Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines.

Five years of successful fire protection industry experience with a commanding knowledge of codes and various types of systems and layouts.

Supervisory experience is a plus.

Must be detail-oriented and skilled in freehand and mechanical lettering and drawing.

Willing to coordinate and work well with others.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Able to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference checks.

Please visit www.afpgusa.com / careers for more information or to see all job openings.

American Fire Protection Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with American Fire Protection Group and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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