Fire Suppression & Sprinkler Designer
Williams Engineering Canada
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Produce Building Permit and Construction documentation principally for sprinkler and fire suppression projects.
- Coordinate with all disciplines, extract and relay relevant information for complex problems.
- Possess strong knowledge of provincial and local building codes, primarily in British Columbia and Alberta
- Prepare or assist preparing fee proposals.
- Exercise independent judgement in various engineering tasks.
- Provide guidance to junior design staff, this includes reviewing design and construction documents and ensuring technical standards are met.
- Take part in the internal quality control process.
- Share design expertise with other offices.
- Prepare technical design for a variety of the following:
- Detail design of Fire Suppression Systems including design layout and hydraulic calculations, and
- Equipment selections and specifications, and
- Draft and review systems using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
- Effectively resolve mechanical conflicts with contractors during the construction phase.
- Resolve technical issues and cost implications.
- Conduct regular construction administration tasks such as site reviews and write site review/site instruction/change order reports.
- Adhere to the company and client safety policies and practices.
- Perpetuate, clarify, and embody Umbra Purpose and Core Values.
- Have the ability to apply for a Federal security clearance in order to work on institutional projects as required. Must be able to qualify for ISS reliability status clearance to work in the Umbra Environment.
- Teammates are required to adhere to the company policies and guidelines as well as the company and client safety policies and practices in effect at any given time.
- A graduate from a recognized University or Fire Training college.
- 10-20 years of experience in Buildings Engineering; specifically in the design and construction administration of Sprinkler and Fire Suppression Systems.
- P. Eng designation is preferred.
- May also consider L. Eng, or P.L. Eng designation.
- Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit experience an asset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; a person who listens well, respects diversity of opinions and has an open, clear and succinct communication style.
- Knowledge in design software such as Elite Fire Software or other Fire Suppression software.
- Knowledge of the NFPA and other design standards required for sprinkler and fire suppression systems.
- Application knowledge of Umbra systems and programs (including Vision, MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit MEP)
- Understanding of the following:
- Have a working knowledge of Project Management such as scope, schedule and budget.
- Able to identify innovative technical approaches to mechanical engineering challenges.
- Ability to identify risks – satisfy client needs/ our needs.
- Ability to accurately apply codes and regulations.
- Ability to coordinate with all disciplines, extract and relay relevant information for complex projects.