Fire Protection Lead Designer/Engineer - Minneapolis, United States - Michaud Cooley Erickson

Description

Join our team We have an immediate opening for a Lead Engineer/Designer to join the Fire Protection& Fire Alarm team.

The role of Lead Engineer/Designer is the main point of contact for the technical aspects of projects and a key contributor to company technical standards.

They coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure that projects meet the requirements for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTechnical TrainingActively mentors less experienced technical staff to advance into new roles within the firm.
Promotes, uses, and trains others in using the master design tools and standards.
Technical Design LeaderWorks independently to produce technical designs based on criteria from the client and project manager.
Develops and documents the owner's project requirements.
Generates multiple design options that meet the owner's project requirements for consideration, including pros and cons for each solution.
Researches and resolves non-standard code questions with the authority having jurisdiction.
Finds creative solutions to help our architectural partners realize their vision.
Able to assess and analyze existing systems.
Has a working knowledge of all design specialties within their discipline.
Maintains knowledge of current design trends and best practices.
CoordinationProvides on-going technical guidance to the design team.
Delegates technical design work to members of the project design team.
Ensure that the design meets the quality expectations set by the project manager.
Ensures coordination between all design disciplines and design partners.
Ensures that the project team completes the design on schedule.
Leads the construction administration phase, including attending construction meetings.
BudgetEnsures that the design team completes design work within the hours budgeted by the project manager.
Provides accurate input to the project manager regarding the number of hours required for design tasks and projects.
Identifies and resolves design issues to ensure that we complete projects within the budget.
Notifies the project manager if design services are requested outside the scope of work.

Project DocumentationWorks independently to lead project documentation efforts for all phases of a project based on direction from the client and project manager.

Ensures that the QA/QC process is followed and documented.
Maintains a well-organized workspace and electronic filing process.
Contributes to and follows master design standards.

RequirementsEducation and ExperienceLead Engineer/DesignerBachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or fire protection engineering from an accredited university or college or Associate's degree in related field.

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred.
At least 6 years of related building industry experience.

Required Skills, Abilities, and AttributesAble to inspire, motivate, and coordinate the design teamStrong technical backgroundAnalytical and problem-solving skillsHigh ethical standardsHonesty and integrityPositivitySelf-motivated to achieve resultsExcellent interpersonal skillsStrong written, verbal, and organizational communication skillsInteract professionally with contractors and design professionalsMaintain positive work relationships both internally and externallySoftware KnowledgeProficient in Revit and/or AutoCADProficient in design software toolsMicrosoft Office Suite of productsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to climb a ladder at a job site.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the functions of this role, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

In return for your talents, MCE offers a competitive benefits package in addition to a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Enjoy a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth, and career growth, including:

Amazing coworkersGreat medical benefitsDental & Vision benefits401(k) with generous employer matchPaid Community Service DayPTOEmployer paid short- and long-term disabilityHybrid work arrangementTraining opportunitiesOnsite amenities that make working at MCE fun and rewardingMCE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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