Design Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Cook up with Sales and Construction Operations Manager to review scope sheet, validate schedule and design requirements
• Design projects according to pipe on job and schedule requirements
• Assign projects to the right design team members
• Ensure all necessary plans and CAD files are received and given to the assigned designer
• Host pre-design meetings with the designer, Sales, and Construction Operations Manager
• Communicate and report on project status to the design team, customers, and management
• Lead, train, mentor, and coach the design team
• Support all customers and personnel with responsive, concise, accurate, and professional responses, ensuring timely follow-up on customer concerns and issues
• Participate in turn over meetings, design meetings, post-job meetings, and weekly department meetings
• Attend inspections as a licensed representative, as needed
• Carry out site surveys and instruct team members on proper site survey processes
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and equipment usage
• Conduct quality checks on drawings through head layout, pipe layout, and pipe size review meetings with the designer, Sales, and Construction Operations Manager
• Perform field checks and site visits as needed
• Oversee subcontractor’s work and ensure deadlines are met
• Manage the workload of the design team and secure branch office/subcontract support as required
• Build relationships with customers, Sales, and Operations teams
• Review and approve all drawings before submission
• Track rejection comments and ensure designers provide final listings and complete foreman prints before the pipe on job date
• Be aware of local codes and AHJ requirements within local jurisdictions
• Manage commitment dates to ensure they are met; communicate to relevant team members if a commitment date is at risk of being missed
• Aid in recruitment and interviewing of potential design candidates
• Ensure designers’ timesheets are accurate and approved
• Monitor project changes during the design phase and notify the Operations team about their impacts
• Aid in maintaining commitment dates, as required
• Recommend improvements in project management procedures and overall company business practices
• Handle other duties as assigned

Knowledge

• High school diploma or GED
• NICET Level III in Water-Based Systems or RME-G

Work Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Fire Sprinkler Systems design

Skills And Competencies

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel
• Proficient in creating PDFs
• Valid state driver’s license and good driving record
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and HydraCAD or equivalent design software
• Hydraulic calculations knowledge and understanding
• Capable of supporting and mentoring team members
• Proficient in interpreting and applying applicable local AHJ as well as NFPA standards and building codes
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction documents
• Able to manage a team
• Able to work on a construction job site

Physical Requirements

• 75% Office Setting: sitting, some bending, some lifting, walking, and viewing
• 25% Driving: frequent visits for team training