Senior Fire Protection Engineer - Lead Complex Projects

Stantec; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Buildings team seeks a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to lead high-complexity projects across North America. You will supervise staff, shape project scope and budgets, and ensure on-time delivery with engineering excellence.

You bring 10+ years of experience and a PE or NICET Level IV, with strong NFPA, building code, and CFD tool knowledge. The role blends technical leadership with client interaction and BD support.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in fire protection engineering or related field.
• PE license or NICET Level IV certification.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and building codes; CFD tool experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-complexity fire protection projects across North America.
• Supervise staff and develop project scope and budgets.
• Ensure on-time delivery with engineering excellence and client interaction.
• Support business development activities.

Skills

Project leadership

Staff supervision

Budgets

Client interaction

Business development

Education

PE license

NICET Level IV

Tools

CFD tools

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to lead and manage high-complexity fire protection projects across North America. You will supervise staff, develop scope and budgets, and ensure on-time delivery with engineering excellence.

You bring at least 10 years of experience, a PE or NICET Level IV, and strong knowledge of NFPA codes, building codes, and CFD tools. The role combines technical leadership with client interaction and business development support.