Mid/Senior Fire Protection Consultant/Engineer

Jensen Hughes Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Healthcare coverage

Job summary

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Mid to Senior Fire Protection Consultant/Engineer to join our Phoenix, Arizona team at the Three Gateway office. The successful candidate will work directly with clients and perform technical fire protection work, coordinating building plan reviews and code interpretation.

This role requires a strong background in building code and fire code consulting, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage projects from concept through completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture, or related field.
• Four (4) years of professional Fire Protection Consulting experience.
• Eight (8) years of experience in Building Code and Fire Protection Consulting.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Fire Protection preferred (NICET Level IV in Fire Protection certifications desirable).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop client relationships.
• Doer Seller with client connections and ability to develop new business.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a wide variety of consulting projects.
• Coordinate and conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses.
• Prepare and peer review technical reports.
• Develop fire protection strategies and performance-based design approaches.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and clients.
• Support business development and client relationship building.

Skills

Doer Seller

Client relationships

Project management

Fire protection design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture, or related field

Job description

Mid/Senior Fire Protection Consultant/Engineer

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Company Overview

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 is seeking a Mid to Senior Fire Protection Consultant/Engineer to add to our growing team in Phoenix, Arizona, based in our Three Gateway office (85008) . This strategic growth position calls for an experienced candidate who can work directly with clients and perform their own technical work("Seller Doer"). The successful applicant will have a well-rounded background in building code and fire code consulting and possess strong analytical and creative thinking skills. The position will coordinate and conduct building plan reviews, interpret the building/fire codes, develop alternative solutions, prepare building design reports, and coordinate with fire protection engineering design teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a wide variety of 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

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture, or related field
• Four (4) years of professional Fire Protection Consulting experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of experience in Building Code and Fire Protection Consulting
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in Fire Protection Engineering or other professional designation in Fire Protection, is highly desirable (such as NICET Level IV in any of the Fire Protection certifications)
• The ideal candidate will be a "Doer Seller", with client connections and ability to develop new business.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with developing building code concepts and equivalencies, conducting building plan reviews, and conducting field reviews/inspections
• Experience with project management or specific responsibilities for any portion of large complex projects is preferred
• Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, enjoy professional challenges, and endeavor to be an integral part of the long-term growth of Jensen Hughes

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.

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.

National Pay Range

$86,000-$129,000USD

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.

At Jensen Hughes, we embrace innovation and understand that people are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT and other generative platforms to learn, prepare and communicate. We have provided some guidelines regarding the responsible use of AI in the recruitment process. Please click here (https://www.jensenhughes.com/careers/responsible-use-of-ai-in-the-jensen-hughes-recruitment-process) to review.