We are seeking an energetic and experienced Plumbing/ Hydraulic Designer or Engineer in our Miami, FL office location. The Plumbing Designer will perform site inspections, develop reports, design permit drawings and specification performing plumbing design, performing hydraulic calculations and have a background in plumbing, piping and sprinkler.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:
Essential Functions for All Technical Positions
- Coordinate and manage internal kick-off, milestone, and closeout meetings for projects, fostering effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
- Verify schedules and ensure adherence to project plans and timelines, both internally and with external resources, to meet project objectives efficiently.
- Conduct on-site inspections, documenting existing conditions, performing field testing, photographing, and creating hand-sketches. Observes/ tracks work in progress to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Records accurate field measurements and performs calculations throughout the duration of the project.
- Prepare written correspondence with clients and contractors, maintaining clear and professional communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Understand investigation reports and bid documents, including drawings and technical specifications, to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
- Communicate project status and proactively address any issues or discrepancies that arise. Escalate unresolved issues to their direct supervisor in a timely manner.
- Maintain organized records, files, drawings, and other essential project data ensuring that they are appropriately filed within the company’s systems for easy accessibility and future reference.
- Collect post-project feedback to identify areas of improvement and communicates this feedback to their direct supervisor.
- Keep up to date with job knowledge and industry trends through active participation in educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
- Engage in networking activities and represent the company at events, seminars, continuing education presentations. Actively seek marketing opportunities to promote the organization’s presence in the industry. (Not limited to exclusive company events.)
- Performs other duties as related to the position as assigned by the firm, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to contributing to the overall success of the team.
- This individual should have the capability to work independently with full knowledge and understanding of all applicable codes and industry standards.
- Prepare Hydraulic calculations, drainage reports, design plans and specifications for water resources projects.
- Support the design of civil engineering projects including site planning, design, grading and drainage for roadway and pavement, sanitary and storm sewer. Knowledge of drainage with particular emphasis on parking garages, a plus.
- Assist in developing probable construction cost estimates for projects.
- Observe construction and coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with CDs during the construction phase.
- Maintain responsible control over all design activities pertaining to the project, including engineering, quality control, and code compliance.
- Comply with project schedules, regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Attend meetings covering technical issues, including meetings with utilities, owners, contractors, construction subcontractors, and inspectors.
- Perform hydraulic calculations and work with outside resources to incorporate special hazard systems.
- Design and specify fire suppression systems including wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, deluge, fire pumps, and storage tanks on a wide variety of project types.
- Working knowledge of building codes and NFPA Standards.
Special Requirements
Technical
- Utilizes technical expertise to support architectural and engineering design processes.
- Performs design, calculations and CAD drawings.
- Performs peer review of other technical data prepared by third party entities.
- Perform inspections, including site investigations, data collection, analysis, to determine the root cause of failures, defects, or other issues.
- Performs a wide range of testing, including but not limited to material testing, structural analysis, and performance evaluations.
- Supervises testing activities and ensures accurate data collection for the accurate interpretation of results.
- Assist in the development and review of technical specifications, drawings, and construction documents.
- Generate comprehensive field reports detailing observations, measurements, and findings from site visits and inspections.
- Generate expert reports that provide in-depth analysis, conclusions, and recommendations based on project requirements and findings.
Client Relations
- Effective communication skills to relay report content and observations to stakeholders during meetings.
Internal Team
- Works closely with the team to understand the scope of work, budget, goals, deliverables, and timeline to ensure project success.
- Provide assistance, advice and recommendations to different team members regarding technical issues on various projects.
Please be aware that this job description does not encompass an exhaustive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities expected of the employee. The nature of the role may necessitate additional responsibilities, and/or activities, which can occur at any time, with or without prior notice.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
- Five plus years of experience in MEP Consulting and design engineering services environment.
Licenses & Certifications
- Professional Engineer license preferred
- Maintain compliance with licensing requirements and applicable regulations.
- OSHA 10 Certification preferred
- Valid United States Driver’s License required, as this position requires travel to and from client sites.
Skills
- Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in project documentation and deliverables.
- Strong project management and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
- Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and standards.
- Professional and courteous interaction with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to attend client meetings and events, as needed.
- Flexibility to work overtime, as needed.
- Familiarity with drafting software for positions that utilize the software (AutoCAD, BricsCAD, Revit) for positions that utilize the software.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, fostering a positive and productive work environment, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members from various disciplines.
- Ability to work in the field and to travel outside local areas as workload and projects when needed.
- Efficient time management skills while adhering to project budgets.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lifting
- Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Height and Access Equipment
- Safe operation and use of ladders, scaffolds, and other access equipment as required.
- Ability to work safely at heights.
Outdoor Environment
- Exposure to prolonged periods outdoors, which might extend beyond 3 hours.
- Ability to work in diverse weather conditions, including but not limited to
- Temperatures above 85°F or below 40°F
- High humidity levels (above 90%)
- Adverse weather conditions like snow/ice, rain, and wind.
Mobility
- Extended periods of standing and walking, possibly on uneven or challenging terrains.
Flexibility in Scheduling
- Ability to adjust lunch hours based on project-specific demands, which might include working through regular lunch times.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We offer competitive salaries, professional work environments and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, where we pay a portion of the premiums.
- Supplement Insurance Options- Life, AD&D, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Plans.
- Fully Company funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability benefits.
- 401K- A retirement program where we provide a match up to 3%.
- We offer Paid Holidays, Paid sick time and Vacation days.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Recognition Program.
- Continuing Education Reimbursement.
- Professional Licensing Assistance.
- Jury Duty Leave.
- Maternity/Paternity Leave.
- Mobile Phone Reimbursement/ discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Workers Compensation.
