Fire and Life Safety Specialist

About the role

We'll count on you to create fire alarm system designs in a BIM model from design information and data provided by the Engineer/Architect. This may include sketches, details diagrams and/or calculations. You must be able to generate contract documents from the Model and perform other BIM Uses identified in the BIM Planning documents.

Responsibilities

• Create fire alarm system designs in a BIM model from design information and data provided by the Engineer/Architect.
• Generate contract documents from the Model and perform other BIM Uses identified in the BIM Planning documents.
• Experience in design analysis software and integration of the analysis models/data with Revit is a plus.
• Familiar with NFPA and industry standards design criteria related to fire protection systems.
• Strong multi-discipline facility design experience, understanding how a project develops from concept through construction and how the different discipline designs interact throughout the life cycle of the project.
• Work with both engineers and architects, with minimal oversight.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills due to the amount of coordination necessary between multiple consultants, disciplines and project team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• Familiarity with applicable codes, Fire and Life Safety (FLS) design criteria, materials, software integration with the BIM model(s), editing specifications, reviewing shop drawings, CPR’s and RFI’s is a plus.
• Work with clients, both internal and external.
• Some travel may be required.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcement.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life Safety.
• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety.
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Specialty software experience need to perform designs specific to area of expertise.

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Skills

Specialty software experience need to perform designs specific to area of expertise. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Benefits

As an employee-owner at HDR, you'll enjoy benefits such as:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

Pay

Salary range: $75,000 - $100,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time

Primary Location

United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Industry

Building Engineering