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CAD Designer Project Manager

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Our client is an award winning locally owned family company in business for nearly 50 years. They work on many of the largest projects in the Nashville area and are constantly growing. Their People have been the key to their success and they treat their people like family! They offer excellent pay and benefits, career advancement and job stability. Don’t just work anywhere, become part of this family!

They are growing rapidly and has an immediate need for a Designer & Project Engineer.

Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings is required
Knowledge and experience working with computers is required.
Experience in the Fire Protection / Automatic Sprinkler industry is preferred.
Knowledge working with the following software is preferred; Autodesk (AutoCAD, Revit & Navisworks), Hydratec (HydraCAD, HydraCAD for Revit, Hydralist & Hydracalc) and/or HASS calculation program
Demonstration of relationship building, customer service and interpersonal skills is required.
Problem solving, leadership and listening skills is required.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, is required.
Ability to learn quickly, is required.

Develop drawings for the installation of automatic sprinkler systems, which are to be installed in
commercial and residential buildings. These drawings will be produced in accordance with the building
set of construction drawings, so the ability to read construction plans is a must.
Drawings must be submitted to and approved by both the OAC team (Owner, Architect, Engineer and
General Contractor) and the Building Codes office. Drawings must be designed in accordance with
applicable codes, so a thorough understanding of NFPA codes is necessary.
Drawings are produced using both AutoCAD and HydraCAD software in 2-D and 3-D applications.
Coordination between trades is necessary whether it be done in an old-school application or performed
using BIM software in a 3-D model.
The A/S System piping must be sized based upon the available water supply. A hydraulic analysis is
performed using either Hydratec or HASS software.
Fabrication lists are provided with Hydratec software. All A/S piping is prefabricated by a third party
fabrication shop and shipped to the jobsite for installation.
Work closely with the General Contractor to ensure the project is installed: In compliance with the construction drawings, on schedule, and within budget.
Drawings must be approved and fabrication lists be prepared on time in order to meet the construction
schedule. Changes to the scope of the project must be identified, and change order requests must be
submitted to the G.C. for incorporation into the project scope.
Work closely with our co-workers. Common material purchases will be coordinated through our shop
manager. Pipe installation will be coordinated through both our field superintendent and our field
crews. Change order requests will be coordinated with our sales staff.
Job site visits will be required to ensure that our installation is being installed in accordance with our
approved sprinkler drawings. Job site visits will also be required to attend scheduled meetings with the General contractor.
Establish relationships with general contractors, vendors, codes officials and co-workers to establish a profitable project. We want the G.C. to look forward to working with us again. We want codes officials to know that we do our absolute very best to meet all applicable codes. We want our vendors and coworkers to enjoy working with us.
Additional responsibilities, as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay for the Middle Tennessee area.
Regular Pay Increases
Advancement Opportunities
Local work with occasional overnight travel
Weekly Paychecks
Excellent benefits including paid vacation & holidays, health, dental, vision & life insurance, and 401k retirement plan
Company provided work attire, hats, & safety equipment

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What You Should Know About CAD Designer Project Manager, Cogent Talent Solutions

Are you ready to take your career to the next level as a CAD Designer Project Manager with an award-winning family-owned company in Nashville, TN? This is an incredible opportunity to join a team that's been a pillar in the community for nearly 50 years, working on some of the largest and most exciting projects in the area. They truly cherish their people and create an environment where everyone feels like family. As a CAD Designer Project Manager, you'll utilize your skills in reading and interpreting construction drawings to develop detailed designs for automatic sprinkler systems in both commercial and residential buildings. Familiarity with software like AutoCAD, Revit, and HydraCAD will be invaluable as you coordinate efforts with general contractors and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Your ability to problem-solve, communicate clearly, and build strong relationships will be essential to success in this role. You'll enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement opportunities, all while being part of a supportive team. If you want to contribute to a company that values community and commitment, this is the perfect match for you. Join us in creating safe and innovative spaces for Nashville and grow your career in a company that treats you like family!

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What are the main responsibilities of a CAD Designer Project Manager at this company?

As a CAD Designer Project Manager at this esteemed Nashville, TN company, your primary responsibilities will include developing detailed drawings for automatic sprinkler systems, ensuring compliance with construction plans and relevant NFPA codes. This role requires effective coordination with general contractors and other trades to maintain project schedules and budgets. You will also conduct site visits to monitor installation compliance and build lasting relationships with contractors and codes officials.