Design Manager

VSC Fire & Security in Virginia Beach, Virginia is seeking candidates for the position of Design Manager.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary. Range based on experience.
• Monday - Friday (occasional evening, weekend, and out-of-town work).
• Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family.
• A 401K plan with a company match.
• PTO and Paid Holidays.
• Opportunities for training and advancement.
• Relevant educational and licensure reimbursement for qualified candidates.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Referral Bonuses.

What you need:

• Five to seven years of experience with AutoCAD or SprinkCAD or background in fire protection.
• NICET Level III or IV.
• Understanding of NFPA and local Authorities having jurisdiction, fire and building code requirements, as well as state and local code requirements.
• Ability to interpret architect drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and problem resolution, with an aptitude for leadership.
• Ability to review architectural drawings, mechanical, site, structural and completes site surveys, and research essential information as required for structural and mechanical elements.
• Ability to exercise a high level of autonomy in organizing, planning, and prioritizing multiple projects to meet individual deadlines with exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to pass various background checks.
• Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.
• Desirable (but not required!):
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in drafting (AutoCAD).

What you will do:

• Responsible for management, supervision, and training of the Design Department.
• Oversees all aspects of the design layout, field checking, material equipment submittals, hydraulic calculations, applicable installation requirements, and close out procedures performed by the Layout Technicians.
• Integrate other mechanical systems to ensure successful coordination with the fire suppression system and must be able to recognize potential conflicts with other trades.
• Maintain proper Risk Management and Safety procedures on all job sites per VSC policies.

VSC Fire and Security, Inc. is a drug free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We look forward to hearing from you!

www.vscfire.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)