Fire Protection Consultant

Ignis Global Recruitment; Comox; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fire Protection Consultant to enhance safety and efficiency across diverse facilities. This role is crucial in project management and technical development, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations while delivering exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree or significant industry experience, alongside strong skills in software like AutoCAD and BlueBeam. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will directly impact business growth and client relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in fire protection engineering.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

401(k) plan with company match

Competitive paid time off (PTO)

Flextime Fridays

Comprehensive health insurance

Biannual performance bonuses

Education reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field or significant industry experience.
• 2-5 years of related experience in fire protection or life safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert fire protection engineering services for various facilities.
• Conduct building and fire code reviews to ensure compliance.
• Develop innovative fire protection strategies and performance-based designs.

Skills

AutoCAD

BlueBeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary :

We are seeking a dedicated Fire Protection Consultant to join a dynamic team in the Austin, Texas area. This role will be pivotal in project management, technical development, and business growth, contributing to the safety and efficiency of various facilities.

Responsibilities :

1. Provide expert fire protection engineering services, including life safety code consulting, sprinkler and fire alarm design, and performance-based fire engineering for a diverse range of facility types across the United States.
2. Conduct comprehensive building and fire code reviews, including detailed plan analyses and site assessments to ensure compliance with regulations.
3. Classify hazardous materials and prepare detailed inventory statements for industrial properties, enhancing safety and compliance standards.
4. Assess high-piled storage arrangements and generate thorough reports to support high-piled storage permit applications.
5. Deliver exceptional service to clients by completing projects on time and within budget, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.
6. Prepare and facilitate peer reviews of project-related technical reports to ensure quality and accuracy.
7. Develop innovative fire protection strategies and performance-based design approaches, offering alternative solutions to complex client design challenges.
8. Foster effective communication with project team members, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration.
9. Support business development initiatives to expand service offerings and strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications :

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.
• We also welcome candidates with significant industry experience in fire protection, life safety, or code consulting, even if not on a traditional engineering track.
• EIT Certification preferred.
• Experience : 2-5 years of related experience.

Skills :

• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, BlueBeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and Revit (preferred).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and prepare deliverables for peer review with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with industry professionals, trades, and regulatory authorities.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and concisely to both internal and external audiences.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary professionals, with prior project management experience considered a plus.

Salary Range : $90,000 - $130,000, depending on qualifications and experience

Benefits :

• Sign-on bonus
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Flextime Fridays for improved work-life balance
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage with 100% of premiums paid by the company
• Biannual performance bonuses to reward outstanding contributions
• Education reimbursement