Fire Sprinkler Designer / Project Manager
Design and manage fire sprinkler system projects for commercial, industrial, and healthcare construction using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, AutoSPRINK, and Revit, including hydraulic calculations, BIM modeling, and coordination with stakeholders.
- Compensation
- $80K–$115K / yr
- Location
- IL-Peoria US-IL-Champaign US-IL-Danville US-IL-Bloomington US-IL-Decatur US-IL-Springfield, US
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Design
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Valid driver's license and excellent driving record
- Excellent communication, self-motivation, and organizational skills
- Regular and reliable attendance, including ability to work extended hours and weekends as required
Nice to have
- Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline (e.g., Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management)
- Fire Protection design experience
- NICET certification
- AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Hydratec experience
Full description
About Us
We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.
Job Summary
Shambaugh & Son is seeking a highly motivated Fire Sprinkler Designer / Project Manager to join our growing Fire Protection team. This position is responsible for the design, coordination, and execution of fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, healthcare, institutional, and specialty construction projects.
The successful candidate will create code-compliant fire protection system layouts using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK, perform hydraulic calculations, develop fabrication drawings and material lists, coordinate with project stakeholders, and support projects from design through installation. This role combines technical design expertise with project coordination responsibilities, making it ideal for an individual who enjoys solving complex challenges while collaborating with customers, contractors, and internal teams.
At Shambaugh & Son, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, leverage industry-leading technology, and contribute to innovative fire protection solutions that protect people and property.
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Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for designing and the layout of Fire Sprinkler systems
- Read, analyze and interpret contract documents, including all disciplines of construction drawings and specifications
- Write, plan, coordinate, and make presentations to individuals and groups
- Work with and comprehend mathematical concepts including hydraulic calculations and project cost analysis
- Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction
- Provide fire sprinkler designs with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK
- Responsible for BIM modeling and field surveying
- Provide lists for fabrication and coordinate between the trades
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate or Technical Degree in a technical or business discipline preferred or equivalent experience. Examples include: Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management Degrees
- Fire Protection design experience preferred.
- NICET certification preferred