Fire Protection Program Manager (IL/WI Market)

Atrium Health; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 81,278 - 121,917; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Time Off programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Fire Protection Program Manager to lead fire protection initiatives and ensure compliance across facilities. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering and 10 years of experience, including 5 in healthcare. Responsibilities include developing fire safety strategies, conducting surveys, and collaborating with teams on facility projects. The position offers a full-time schedule and competitive compensation within the pay range of $59.00 - $88.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering required.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional working experience in fire protection engineering.
• 5 years of experience in a healthcare setting required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide fire protection programs.
• Conduct fire protection surveys and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate on healthcare facility projects to integrate fire protection measures.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of fire protection systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Detail-oriented with organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Master’s Degree in Fire Protection or related field

Tools

BlueBeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Position Overview

Position: Fire Protection Program Manager

Location: Will support the IL/WI enterprise market

Status: Full Time; 1st Shift

Hours Per Week: 40 hours

Pay Range: $59.00 - $88.50

Major Responsibilities

• Program Development and Implementation: Serves as the enterprise authority on fire protection engineering, develops, implements, and monitors enterprise-wide programs that drive value in the organization.
• Fire and Life Safety Code Consulting: Provides expert consulting on local, state, and federal fire and life safety codes, including relevant ICC codes and NFPA standards, ensuring compliance and safety across Advocate Health facilities.
• Surveys and Assessments: Performs fire protection and/or life safety related surveys in a variety of buildings such as hospitals, high-rises, freestanding emergency departments and medical office buildings to identify potential risks and areas for improvement; prepares detailed technical reports based on survey findings.
• Partnering with BIM: Collaborates with the Building Information Modeling (BIM) team to ensure that life safety code drawings are accurately updated to reflect any changes needed from inspections and assessments.
• Fire Safety Strategies: Develops and implements fire safety strategies for special hazards, tailored to the unique needs of healthcare environments.
• Regulatory Compliance and CMS Equivalency Review: Conducts comprehensive reviews of CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) equivalencies and waivers related to fire protection and building construction across the enterprise; includes Fire Safety Evaluation System (FSES) analysis to ensure compliance and optimize safety strategies.
• Fire Protection Systems: Utilizes working knowledge of active fire protection systems, including selection, design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Education and Training: Facilitates continuing education and training opportunities for teammates to enhance their skills in fire and life safety.
• Incident Investigation: Investigates fire incidents and recommends improvements to prevent future occurrences; ensures timely reporting of incidents per Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
• Collaboration on Projects: Collaborates with architects, engineers, and construction teams on new healthcare facility projects and renovations to integrate fire protection measures from the design phase through completion.
• Insurance Risk Mitigation Collaboration: Partners with the organization’s insurance carrier to review and implement recommendations aimed at reducing Maximum Foreseeable Loss (MFL); develops and integrates risk mitigation strategies into facility operations and capital projects.
• Committee Participation: Co‑chairs and/or participates in the Enterprise Regulatory and Safety Council and other relevant councils and committees.
• Participates in departmental initiatives.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM), or other related industry certifications required within 1 year of hire.
• Other related industry certifications required within 1 year of hire.

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering preferably from an ABET accredited program, a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a Master’s in Fire Protection, OR equivalent ABET accredited degree.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 10 years of professional working experience in fire protection engineering, with at least 5 years in a healthcare setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• In-depth knowledge of fire protection systems and technologies.
• Familiarity with healthcare-specific fire safety codes and standards (e.g., CMS, TJC, NFPA 101, NFPA 99).
• Solid understanding of relevant software including BlueBeam, Microsoft Office Suite, and facilities Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information in a clear and understandable manner to diverse audiences.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and cultivate strong internal and external relationships.
• Detail‑oriented, demonstrated organizational and time management skills, and ability to manage/prioritize, track, and complete tasks/projects within established deadlines.
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems.
• Committed to customer service, timely response, collaboration, cooperative professional relationships, and diversity.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to conduct site inspections, which may include climbing ladders and accessing spaces such as mechanical rooms, hot locations, both inside and outside of facilities.
• Work involves exposure to construction sites and operational healthcare facilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 35% of the time as dictated by business needs.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

• Master’s Degree in Fire Protection or related field.

Experience Required

• Current or previous experience as a member of the National Fire Protection (NFPA) committees relevant to health care facilities such as the NFPA 101 Technical Committee.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Active membership in a recognized professional organization such as the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) or equivalent, demonstrating ongoing commitment to professional development and staying current with industry standards and practices.

Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more.

Benefits and Compensation

• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.