Constantino Mendoza
Georgetown
Summary
A Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in plan review for fire protection systems, site plans, and building permit construction plans. committed to upholding fire and life safety codes and standards through forward-thinking fire prevention and risk mitigation strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Plans Examiner - Part Time
Travis County Fire Marshal Office
10.2023 - Current
- Review and evaluate construction plans, fire protection system designs, and site plans for compliance with fire-life safety codes, and standards within the unincorporated areas of Travis county.
- Assist the Fire Marshal with reviewing various alternative method of compliance proposals and performance based designs to ensure alignment with fire-life safety codes.
- Collaborate with Emergency Services Districts (ESD) to ensure project compliance with multiple adopted codes and standards.
Engineering Associate A - Graduate Engineer B
Austin Fire Department
12.2018 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive plan reviews for site plans, building permit construction plans, and fire protection systems on diverse and complex projects, including multi-story mixed use developments, high-rise buildings, and warehouse storage facilities.
- Provided code consultation to architects, engineers, and various city departments regarding proposed development projects.
- Collaborated with the Fire Marshal to evaluate and implement alternative design proposals or alternative compliance methods to address unique project challenges.
- Supported Austin Fire Department (AFD) inspectors in conducting acceptance testing for various fire protection systems, ensuring proper functionality and compliance with NFPA standards.
- Contributed to updating and development of the Fire Protection Criteria Manual as well as the City of Austin's local amendment to the International Fire and Building Codes.
Fire Sprinkler Designer
Impact Fire Services
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Designed automatic sprinkler systems using HydraCAD software and provided hydraulic calculations in accordance with applicable codes and NFPA standards.
- Coordinated between generally contractors and other subcontractors to ensure the system is installed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Prepared a submittal package for review by surrounding city jurisdictions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Tarleton Status University
Stephenville, TX05-2016
Skills
- Strong Knowledge of ICC codes, NFPA standards, and local fire safety regulations
- Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy in reviewing and documenting plans
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in using computer software and tools fore plan review and documentation
Certification
- Licensed Professional Engineer (TX): #153595
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) - Inspector I
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) - Inspector II
- Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) - Plans Examiner I
Timeline
Fire Plans Examiner - Part Time
Travis County Fire Marshal Office
10.2023 - Current
Engineering Associate A - Graduate Engineer B
Austin Fire Department
12.2018 - Current
Fire Sprinkler Designer
Impact Fire Services
06.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Tarleton Status University
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