Sr. Consultant Fire Protection

Jensenhughes; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes, a leading fire protection consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Sr. Consultant for their Northeast USA operations. This role involves project management and providing expertise in life safety, fire protection, and security for commercial and industrial clients.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and possess a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, including code consulting and fire protection system design. The position offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 USD.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in Code Consulting, Smoke Control Design, and Fire Protection System Design.
• Strong ability to present clear fire protection engineering strategies.
• Registered Fire Protection Engineer in New York, New Jersey, or New England is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Planning and directing engineering projects, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Project management

Fire Protection System Design

Code Consulting

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

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 has a job opportunity for an experienced Sr. Consultant in Northeast USA. We are a leading fire protection consulting firm providing a range of professional services involving life safety, fire protection, security and mass notification on commercial, institutional and industrial projects for clients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Project Management – planning and directing engineering, budgeting and scheduling activities
• Conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering, preferably Fire Protection
• Qualified candidates will have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience that may include a combination of Code Consulting, Smoke Control Design and Commissioning and Fire Protection System Design
• Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills. Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies to a diverse audience.
• Project management and fire protection engineering experience
• Experience in code consulting, design of fire suppression and alarm systems, and developing performance‑based strategies in a project design environment is strongly desired
• Registered Fire Protection Engineer strongly desired (New York, New Jersey or New England)
• New York or Massachusetts specific fire and building code experience preferred

National Pay Range: $140,000 – $160,000 USD

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.