Jacob Miles
About Jacob Miles
Jacob Miles is a Project Manager and Design Engineer with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa. He specializes in designing fire sprinkler systems and managing project coordination, utilizing advanced software tools for effective project management.
Work at Continental Fire Sprinkler Company
Jacob Miles has been employed at Continental Fire Sprinkler Company since 2015, serving as a Project Manager and Design Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing project management tasks, including ensuring 3D coordination with various construction trades. His work involves managing the procurement process, which includes stock listing materials for purchasing and ensuring their timely delivery to job sites. His expertise in designing fire sprinkler systems is applied across different occupancy types, including residential, commercial, and industrial.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Miles earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Iowa, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His education provided him with a strong foundation in engineering principles. He also attended Carmel Catholic High School, completing his studies there from 2007 to 2011. Jacob possesses expertise in designing fire sprinkler systems and utilizes advanced software tools such as AutoSPRINK, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, and Solidworks to facilitate system design and project management.
Background
Jacob Miles began his professional career with internships at Arens Controls and Nu-Way Industries, Inc. He worked as an Engineering Intern at Arens Controls from 2011 to 2014, gaining valuable experience over three years. In 2014, he completed a three-month internship at Nu-Way Industries, Inc. in Des Plaines, IL. These early experiences contributed to his development in the engineering field and prepared him for his current role.
Project Management Responsibilities
In his role as Project Manager and Design Engineer, Jacob Miles is responsible for conducting surveys of existing buildings. This work is essential for the installation of new fire sprinkler systems and for upgrading existing systems. His responsibilities include ensuring that all aspects of the projects he manages are coordinated effectively with other construction trades, which is critical for the successful completion of projects.