Position title Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer - Columbia, MD Description Allen + Shariff is seeking a Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer. The Senior Designer works independently on various projects as assigned by a more senior leader. He/she may oversee the entire design process or assist as a technical expert on a specialized design. This encompasses advanced calculations, systems analysis, quality control of finished projects, and field/construction coordination activities. This position will work on several concurrent projects, both in design and in construction.

Responsibilities

* Assesses the requirements of a project and breaks a project into tasks. Works independently or with other team members to complete design.

* Writes specifications and ensures coordination of their preparation with other disciplines.

* Independently completes calculations for and develops full design of plumbing and fire protection systems, including full equipment selection, for all scale of projects.

* Meets with the project team of engineers and architects to discuss design for plumbing and fire protection scope, schedule, budget, phasing, and site issues.

* Extensive experience with system layout, calculations, and sizing of piping and equipment for plumbing and fire protection.

* Assists in the education and development of design staff and acts as resource for design questions.

* Demonstrates extensive knowledge of applicable building codes. Works with code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to building codes is required.

* Checks progress of work and alerts Project Manager to change of scope or additional services. Coordinates project scheduling with Project Manager.

* Works with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines to coordinate systems during design.

* Has an extensive understanding of construction process. Conducts plumbing and fire protection construction administration, including shop drawing review, site visits, cost proposal evaluations, and response to questions from the field.

* Coordinates all aspects of project document completion within A+S and externally with clients and other design professionals. Represents Allen + Shariff with clients at design meetings.

* Conducts system analysis and comparisons regarding economical and functional considerations.

* Produces due diligence and feasibility studies in support of client's requirements on systems of all levels of complexity. May be called upon to provide on-site analysis and design recommendations based on existing conditions and client feedback.

* Promotes use of company design and production standards.

* Maintains neat and organized work area which allows efficient access to project information required by other team members.

* Is actively involved in professional and trade associations and societies.

* Other duties as assigned.

* This is not a remote position. In office is standard A+S policy.

Minimum Requirements

* Solid knowledge of plumbing and fire protection design and trades. Considered an expert in the field of design.

* 7+ years of related experience in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems.

* Must understand all appropriate codes and LEED requirements. LEED certification preferred, but not required.

* Must have strong working knowledge and experience with the following software: AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.

* Possesses proficient written and oral communications skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team.

* Excellent time management skills.

* ASPE (American Society of Plumbing Engineers) required.

* CPD required.

Job Location Columbia, Maryland