Offer summary

Qualifications:

AutoCAD and/or Revit qualification is essential., ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent is required., 3 to 5 years of experience in fire protection design is necessary., Extensive industry experience may substitute for formal qualifications..

Key responsibilities:

Develop fire protection system designs using AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Engage with clients and stakeholders to present and refine designs, and support estimators in costing proposals.

Mentor and coach junior designers while maintaining technical expertise in CAD design and fire protection compliance.

Complete project administration tasks, including updating project plans and preparing design reports.

Job description

- Job Descriptionedit
  Senior Revit Designer
  
  Bryanston, JHB (Remote Work Applicable)
  
  Our Client is looking for a Senior Revit Designer to design high-quality, impactful, and fully compliant fire protection systems that deliver cost-effective solutions. This role also serves as the technical lead for design within project teams.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  Technical Design & Project Execution
  - Develop fire protection system designs using AutoCAD and Revit, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  - Calculate hydraulic requirements for optimal pipe sizing, considering water supply parameters and cost-effectiveness.
  - Conduct site measurements for existing buildings, document findings, and integrate them into designs.
  - Apply compliance and cost management principles to all designs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
  - Manage design workplans, prioritizing and meeting project deadlines.
  - Complete partial designs for larger projects, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
  Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  - Engage with clients, consultants, and professional teams to present and refine designs.
  - Discuss and implement design improvements to enhance project outcomes.
  - Support estimators in costing proposals by providing initial designs and identifying cost-effective solutions.
  Technical Leadership & Compliance
  - Mentor and coach junior designers, supporting their development.
  - Maintain technical expertise in CAD design and fire protection compliance by participating in industry forums, workshops, and continuous learning.
  - Compile fabrication lists and ensure designs meet project and compliance requirements.
  - Conduct post-implementation profit analysis, evaluating design assumptions versus actual project costs to improve future profitability.
  - Submit ASIB documentation for inspections, ensuring compliance and securing certification.
  Reporting & Administration
  - Complete project administration tasks, including updating project plans and maintaining design records.
  - Prepare and submit design reports in defined formats within agreed deadlines.
  - Maintain filing systems and databases to ensure design documentation is accessible and up to date.
  Qualifications & Experience
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  - AutoCAD and/or Revit qualification (essential).
  - ASIB / IFE Certificate or equivalent (required).
  - In the absence of formal qualifications, extensive industry experience will be considered.
  - 3 5 years experience in fire protection design.
  Key Competencies
  
  Leadership & Development:
  - Mentoring and coaching junior designers.
  - Staff development and technical guidance.
  Functional Skills:
  - Technical Design & Project Management
  - Quality Management & Risk Compliance
  - Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  - Report Writing & Documentation Management
  Position Details
  - Patterson Grading: C3