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Fire Sprinkler BIM Designer
About the job Fire Sprinkler BIM Designer
About the Role
We are hiring a Fire Sprinkler BIM Designer to produce and coordinate detailed fire protection models and shop drawings for commercial and multi-unit residential projects.
This role requires strong HydroCAD experience, knowledge of NFPA standards, and the ability to coordinate sprinkler systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical plans.
Responsibilities
- Model complete fire sprinkler systems in HydroCAD, including piping, sprinkler heads, sleeves, and related components.
- Produce coordinated shop drawings based on engineer-provided plans.
- Model reflected ceiling plans and coordinate sprinkler head placement with ceiling layouts.
- Prepare models that support prefabrication and efficient field installation.
- Coordinate sprinkler layouts with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.
- Perform clash detection and resolve coordination issues using Navisworks.
- Update models based on revised architectural and structural backgrounds.
- Address comments and revisions from sprinkler engineers and project managers.
- Apply applicable NFPA standards, including NFPA 13 and NFPA 14.
- Review work for accuracy and completeness before submission.
- Maintain organized project files and documentation.
- Perform hydraulic calculations when required. Hydraulic calculation experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Experience with commercial or multi-unit residential projects.
- Expert-level proficiency in HydroCAD.
- Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit 2026 MEP.
- Working knowledge of Navisworks for clash detection and coordination.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD for file conversion, backgrounds, and legacy drawings.
- Strong understanding of sprinkler system design and layout principles.
- Working knowledge of NFPA fire protection standards.
- Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
- Ability to work independently and manage revisions with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- NICET certification or similar fire protection credentials.
- Experience with MSuite.
- Experience performing hydraulic calculations.
Position Details
- Full-time, 40 hours per week,
- Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST