Senior Fire Protection Project Lead — Client-Facing, Stock Ownership

McMillen, Inc.

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) match
Stock ownership
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer who will oversee projects from concept through completion, providing technical expertise, client engagement, and project management leadership.

This is a client-facing role requiring strong communication skills, the ability to build long-term client relationships, and proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams across design, analysis, and construction.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
  • 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering.
  • Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure.
  • Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, NESC, UL, UFC and UFGS codes.
  • Strong client-facing skills and track record of growing client relationships.
  • Willingness to travel 10–25% for client and project needs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, design, and execution of complex fire protection engineering projects.
  • Serve as the primary client interface, cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Manage all phases of project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Provide technical leadership in fire protection system design, code compliance, and risk analysis.
  • Mentor and support junior engineers and project staff.
  • Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and professional associations.

Skills

Client-facing
Project management
Leadership
Fire protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer who will oversee projects from concept through completion, providing technical expertise, client engagement, and project management leadership.

This is a client-facing role requiring strong communication skills, the ability to build long-term client relationships, and proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams across design, analysis, and construction.

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