Senior Fire Protection Project Leader

Webuildidaho; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and match

Stock ownership opportunity

Wellness reimbursement

Generous PTO

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer to 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 and the ability to build long-term client relationships. We focus on dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets, delivering feasible, design, construction, and commissioning services

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Fire Protection Engineer licensure is required
• 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and project management
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
• 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.

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer to 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 and the ability to build long-term client relationships. We focus on dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets, delivering feasible, design, construction, and commissioning services