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Northstar Fire Protection of Texas, Inc.

Fire Protection Plan / Design Reviewer

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What they do

An Alarm or Security System Technician installs and repairs security systems and fire detectors in homes or businesses.

$50,374 / year median in Texas

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

About Us We are a nationally recognized fire protection company that engineers, fabricates, and installs fire sprinkler systems and alarms for structures including commercial buildings, government buildings, healthcare facilities, high-rise condominiums, and mixed-use projects. Job Summary Northstar Fire Protection is looking for a Fire Protection Plan Reviewer responsible for reviewing and approving fire protection design deliverables to ensure compliance with applicable codes, company standards, contract requirements, and quality expectations. The Plan Reviewer will perform technical reviews of fire sprinkler submittal packages, hydraulic calculations, field installation drawings, fabrication stock lists, and related project documentation prior to customer or authority submission and fabrication release. This role serves as a critical quality control function, supporting design consistency, constructability, and operational excellence across projects. #shambaugh #Northstar #LI-DF #LI-Onsite Essential Duties & Responsibilities Review fire sprinkler submittal packages for accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with applicable NFPA standards, project specifications, and contract requirements. Review and validate hydraulic calculations to ensure system performance requirements and code compliance are met. Verify sprinkler layouts, piping arrangements, seismic bracing, hanger locations, and installation details for accuracy and constructability. Review field installation prints to confirm consistency with approved drawings, fabrication requirements, and project standards. Review fabrication stock lists and material reports to ensure accuracy and alignment with approved design documents. Identify design discrepancies, code violations, coordination issues, and potential installation conflicts prior to release. Provide clear review comments and work collaboratively with designers to resolve deficiencies and improve design quality. Assist in developing and maintaining design review checklists, standard operating procedures, and quality assurance processes. Interpret construction drawings, specifications, AHJ requirements, and contract documents across multiple disciplines. Support project teams regarding fire protection system design and code compliance by providing technical guidance, participating in training, and mentoring designers on code application, quality expectations, and best practices. Maintain consistency in design standards, drafting practices, and company deliverable requirements across all offices. Develop positive and ongoing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associate Degree, Technical Degree, or equivalent experience in Fire Protection, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Minimum 7+ years of fire sprinkler design experience required. Extensive knowledge of NFPA codes, fire sprinkler system design, hydraulic calculations, and industry standards. NICET Level III or IV certification preferred. Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD, HydraCAD, AutoSPRINK, or other fire protection design software. Demonstrated ability to review and interpret fire protection submittals, hydraulic calculations, field prints, and fabrication stock lists. Strong understanding of fabrication processes, installation practices, and multi-trade coordination. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide constructive technical feedback. Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time-management skills. Only applicants who possess the minimum qualifications will be co Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to support project deadlines as required. Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy Please review our Affirmative Action Policy. Notice to Prospective Employees Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process - it is probably fraudulent.