Andrew Norris
Total Fire Protection
15 Ottawa Ave APT 703,MI
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Fire Protection Designer with 3+ years of experience in fire sprinkler system layout, hydraulic calculations, BIM coordination, and construction documentation. NICET Level II certified in Water-Based Systems Layout with experience using AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Revit, Navisworks, HydraCALC, and HydraLIST. Experienced in applying NFPA standards and coordinating with engineers, contractors, architects, and AHJs.
Work History
Fire Protection Designer
2 Years 8 Months- Developed fire sprinkler shop drawings using AutoCAD and HydraCAD for code-compliant installation packages.
- Prepared hydraulic calculations supporting sprinkler system design and water supply verification.
- Coordinated with engineers, contractors, and AHJs to resolve design revisions and permit comments.
- Interpreted NFPA requirements to ensure layouts met applicable fire protection standards.
- Produced submittal packages, material schedules, and permit documents for project approval.
- Reviewed architectural plans to identify conflicts and coordinate system routing before installation.
- Updated drawings and design revisions accurately to support field installation and project closeout.
- Assisted project teams with technical design details, improving consistency across fire protection documentation.
- Utilized 3D modeling software such as Navisworks, Revit, and HydraCAD for Revit, to assist with BIM coordination.
Fire Protection Designer
8 Months- Developed fire sprinkler shop drawings using AutoCAD and HydraCAD for code-compliant installation packages.
- Prepared hydraulic calculations supporting sprinkler system design and water supply verification.
- Coordinated with engineers, contractors, and AHJs to resolve design revisions and permit comments.
- Interpreted NFPA requirements to ensure layouts met applicable fire protection standards.
- Produced submittal packages, material schedules, and permit documents for project approval.
- Reviewed architectural plans to identify conflicts and coordinate system routing before installation.
- Updated drawings and design revisions accurately to support field installation and project closeout.
- Assisted project teams with technical design details, improving consistency across fire protection documentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Pre Engineering
Skills
Experienced in AutoCAD
Experienced in HydraCAD for AutoCAD
Experienced in HydraCALC
Experienced in HydraLIST
Proficient in Revit
Proficient in HydraCAD for Revit
Proficient in Navisworks
Water based systems layout
Hydraulic calculations
Coordination with architects
NFPA standards
Construction document preparation
Multitasking
Attention to detail
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Certification
NICET level II in water based systems layout.
Timeline
Fire Protection Designer
Total Fire Protection
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
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Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Arts from Pre Engineering
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