Piers Johnson has worked in the Fire Sprinkler Industry since 2004. He has worked on all types of project actively promoting and educating others of the importance and nuances of various fire sprinkler requirements.Piers strives to constantly improve his knowledge and methods, engaging others where needed to ensure work produced is not only accurate and meets applicable codes, but also to ensure the design layout is executable in the field.Piers enjoys going to project sites to get first hand visuals of work in progress or condition of existing buildings and systems. This helps Piers to see and understand how design documents are interpreted and applied, as well as to open discussion on how things can be improved where needed.
-
Senior EngineerCameron Fire Protection Ltd. Apr 2021 - PresentCalgary, Alberta, Canada-Fire Sprinkler System design and consulting-Fire Sprinkler Engineering Services -Engineer Peer Review -Engineer document review and approval -Engineer Field Review and assessment -Commercial, Residential, Industrial-Development of Fire Sprinkler drawings and related documents-Fire Sprinkler System modeling REVIT-Fire Sprinkler System assessments-Storage assessment and determination of fire sprinkler protection requirements-Design and assessments conforming to NFPA, FM Global, or other special requirements. -
Project ConsultantJensen Hughes Sep 2017 - Mar 2021Calgary, Alberta, Canada -
Senior DesignerConstant Fire Protection Systems Ltd Mar 2010 - Aug 2017Calgary, Alberta, CanadaUtilize AutoCAD and AutoSPRINK to perform fire sprinkler system layout, hydraulic calculations, submittal and field installation drawings conforming to NFPA, FM Global, and local building code requirements where applicable. Projects include; hotels, office buildings, large warehouse, industrial, tenant improvements, retrofits, multi-story, system upgrades, hose valve plans, in-rack sprinklers, spray booths, and residential. Develop High Piled Storage Permit Plans and Commodity Analysis. Coordinate with contractors, owners and fire departments on design and system compliance. Coordinate schedule for design, submittals and ordering of material. Attend BIM coordination meetings and discuss solutions to system clashes. Digital site locating of system components based on 3D system models. Perform/Witness fire pump and system testing, as well as review installation to ensure all applicable codes are met. Develop AutoCAD design standards including details, symbols and notes. Furthermore I also developed and improved system commissioning forms and other company standards relating to safety, basic operation, as well as inspection, testing, & maintenance. Train new and current employees on all aspects of fire sprinkler design. Including applicable codes, types and uses of material, surveying and design techniques. Review junior and subcontractor design drawings for compliance with local codes and company standards as well as for more practical or economical application and installation techniques. -
ConsultantSchirmer Engineering Corp Feb 2008 - Oct 2009Torrance, California, United StatesPerformed sprinkler system hydraulic analyses and developed reports outlining the results. Developed and presented alternate means and methods for fire sprinkler system design and layout. Reviewed fire sprinkler shop drawings and provided detailed comment letters outlining code related issues. Visually inspected and witnessed testing of fire sprinkler systems to ensure installation both matched approved plans as well as installation code requirements. Consulted with architects regarding sprinkler requirements for their projects. Assisted with inspection and testing of smoke control and fire alarm systems. Assisted with developing building egress and life safety drawings. In addition to my regular duties I also spent my office down time developing AutoCAD standards including details, symbols and notes. Furthermore I also assisted in the development of interactive Inspection forms and check lists. -
Lead DesignerCj Suppression Inc. Jul 2004 - Jan 2008Corona, California, United StatesUtilize AutoCAD, HydraCAD, and AutoSPRINK to perform system layout, calculations, listing, submittal and field installation drawings. Performed Field survey of existing systems in order to produce hydraulic calculations for existing structures. Performed fire hydrant water flow tests.
Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.) Education Details
-
Fire Protection
Frequently Asked Questions about Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.)
What company does Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.) work for?
Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.) works for Cameron Fire Protection Ltd.
What is Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.)'s role at the current company?
Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.)'s current role is Senior Engineer.
What schools did Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.) attend?
Piers Johnson, P.L.(Eng.) attended Seneca College Of Applied Arts & Technology.
Free Chrome Extension
Find emails, phones & company data instantly
Aero Online
Your AI prospecting assistant
Select data to include:
0 records × $0.02 per record
Download 750 million emails and 100 million phone numbers
Access emails and phone numbers of over 750 million business users. Instantly download verified profiles using 20+ filters, including location, job title, company, function, and industry.
Start your free trial