Fire Protection Consultant

Jensen Hughes; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Healthcare coverage

Other benefits

Job summary

Jensen Hughes seeks a Fire Protection Consultant in San Diego, CA to cover building code consulting, fire protection systems and strategy development. Strong analytical and creative thinking are essential for coordinating code reviews and developing performance-based solutions.

The role focuses on building code interpretation, design reports, and collaboration with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction to implement effective fire protection strategies.

Qualifications

• Three or more years in fire life safety code consulting, smoke control, fire protection design, or related areas.
• Engineering degree (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in developing building code concepts, plan reviews and field reviews/inspections.
• Ability to present clear, technically sound fire protection engineering strategies.
• Ability to work independently and interact with industry professionals and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a wide variety of engineering design and consulting projects.
• Satisfy client needs and expectations by completing tasks on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate and conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses, including plan reviews and site visits.
• Prepare and peer review project-related technical reports.
• Develop fire protection strategies, performance-based design approaches, and alternative solutions.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and clients.
• Assist with business development activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Architecture or related field

Job description

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes has a new job opportunity for a Fire Protection Consultant in San Diego, CA office location. We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced individual to work in all aspects of fire protection engineering, including building code consulting, fire protection systems, and fire protection strategies.

The successful applicant will have a well-rounded background in fire protection and code consulting and possess strong analytical and creative thinking skills. The role will involve many aspects of fire protection engineering with a focus on Building Code and Fire Code consulting. The position will coordinate and conduct building plan reviews, interpret the building codes, develop alternative solutions, prepare building design reports, and coordinate with fire protection engineering design teams. The candidate will be responsible for the review and implementation of fire protection strategies and will coordinate all matters with design teams and authorities having jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a wide variety of engineering design and consulting projects.
• Satisfy client needs and expectations by completing assigned tasks on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate and conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses, including plan reviews and site visits
• Prepare and peer review of project-related technical reports
• Develop fire protection strategies, performance-based design approaches, and alternative solutions to resolve client design issues
• Effectively communicate with project team members, clients, and others
• Assist with business development activities

Requirements and Qualifications

• Three (3) + years of experience in any of the following areas: fire life safety code consulting, smoke control consulting, fire suppression and alarm systems design, and/or developing performance-based strategies in a project design environment
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture, or related field preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in developing building code concepts and equivalencies, conducting building plan reviews, and conducting field reviews/inspections
• Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies.
• Ability to work well independently and to interact with other industry professionals, associated trades, and jurisdictional authorities

Nice to Have Qualifications

• Experience with Smoke Control Design or Inspection is a plus
• Registered Professional Engineer or on track to professional designation is a plus

National Pay Range

$86,000 - $129,000 USD

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a retirement plan, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position and location.

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.