Sprinkler Design Engineer

CV-Library • Clifton, City and Borough of Salford, Greater Manchester • 2h ago

Summary of Role

Working in a team within the H&K London regional office you will be instrumental in the design and program of sprinkler systems working on various sectors on Main Contract projects.

What you will be doing

Develop the design of the sprinkler system through a process of co-ordination with client representatives and other service contracts through to a final scheme.
Contribute to the design programme by monitoring same against the construction programme and specification requirements.
Issue all completion documents and certification.
Obtain all necessary information from all relevant parties for the preparation of fully designed working drawings including site, architects, consultants, builders and other trades.
Attend site meetings independently, when necessary, where design matters are on the agenda.
Preparation of complete working drawings in accordance with the appropriate design codes including establishing pipe sizes by hydraulic calculations.
From design drawings, list off materials for various purposes including material procurement, estimating of variations, schedule of rates etc.
Forward drawings / quantities of materials listed to suppliers / subcontractors for procurement purposes. Also, order materials and monitor and maintain levels of equipment.
Other activities as instructed by the Project manager / Design Manager.
Familiarise & comply with all company policies & procedures.

What we will need from you

Comprehensive experience in a design engineering role within the sprinkler industry (essential)
Comprehensive knowledge and familiarity with LPC BS EN 12845 rule (essential)
LPCB Intermediate qualification & LPCB Full Hydraulic Calculation qualification (highly desirable)
Experience and proficiency in using Autocad (essential). Revit 3D experience (highly desirable).
Experience and proficiency in Full Hydraulic Calculation software ideally Canute (desirable)
Knowledge of Factory Mutual Standards (essential)
Knowledge of NFPA standards (highly desirable)
HND or Degree qualification in a construction/engineering design related topic (highly desirable)
Experience of managing, developing, mentoring and leading a team.
Some flexibility will be required in terms of travel and working hours as there will be occasional nights away from home.