Fire Sprinkler BIM Designer

About the role

A Fire Sprinkler BIM Designer is needed to produce and coordinate detailed fire protection models and shop drawings for commercial and multi-unit residential projects. The role requires strong HydraCAD experience, knowledge of NFPA standards, and the ability to coordinate sprinkler systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical plans.

Key responsibilities

• Model complete fire sprinkler systems in HydraCAD, 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, and 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 perform hydraulic calculations when required (preferred but not required).

Required profile

• Experience with commercial or multi-unit residential projects.
• Strong understanding of sprinkler system design and layout principles.
• 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: 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 and hydraulic calculations.

Required skills

• Expert-level HydraCAD
• Autodesk Revit 2026 MEP (working knowledge)
• Navisworks for clash detection and coordination
• AutoCAD for file conversion, backgrounds and legacy drawings
• NFPA fire protection standards

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST.