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Requisition ID: 178643 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District Department: Drafting & Design Market: Building Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview We are adding Sprinkler Designers to our team to support project growth in our Fire Suppression market. We are looking for Designers with 2 or more years of experience in design, have experience or interest in construction, that want to grow their career, work on a variety of projects. Continental has been in business for over 50 years and has the expertise, and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project! We support Fire Suppression Systems design/installation and services for Energy, Educational, Healthcare, Retail, Sports Facilities/Entertainment, High Rise offices, manufacturing, casinos and residential customers. Our collaborative team of designers and PM's support work in various regions throughout the Central United Sates and support Fire suppression design, installation, 3D design, Design/Build, alarm/detection, service and inspection. Our designers perform design, 3D models, work with fluid mechanics to prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, visit project sites for walkdowns and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field. District Overview Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is a turnkey fire protection contractor that has been operating since 1971. We offer comprehensive fire protection services across the United States including consultation, design, installation, maintenance, testing and inspections. With our talented team of people and extensive resources, we can successfully handle all aspects of fire protection. Location This position is based out of our Omaha, NE Offices. This is a full time opportunity in office, Opportunity for relocation assistance to qualified candidates! Responsibilities • Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems • Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support) • Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction • Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors • Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement • Assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite • Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files. • General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor Qualifications • Associates degree in design, Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field • 2 + years experience in mechanical piping design, preferably in fire sprinklers/suppression. • If no Associates degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction. • Design Experience using any of the following: BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, HydroCAD, SprinkCAD, Microstation. • Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction. • High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills • Team player, but able to work independently; Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative • Passion for safety, and quality. Interest in learning new technologies and growing design skills • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail #LI-TD28 Other Requirements: • Regular, reliable attendance • Work productively and meet deadlines timely • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Requisition ID: 178643
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
District Overview
This is a full time opportunity in office, Opportunity for relocation assistance to qualified candidates!
Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction
Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors
Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement
Assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite
Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files.
General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor
Associates degree in design, Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field
2 + years experience in mechanical piping design, preferably in fire sprinklers/suppression.
If no Associates degree, must have 6+ years of experience in mechanical design for construction.
Design Experience using any of the following: BIM, REVIT, AutoCAD, AutoSPRINK, HydroCAD, SprinkCAD, Microstation.
High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Team player, but able to work independently; Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative

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Experience in design for construction preferred, or interest in supporting design for construction.

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