Sr. Fire Protection Project Engineer

Cuhaci Peterson®; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuhaci Peterson® is looking for a Fire Protection Engineering Engineer of Record in Orlando, Florida. The role requires a Bachelor of Science degree and 10-15 years of licensed engineering experience to lead engineering projects across multiple states.

The ideal candidate will implement engineering projects, ensure quality control, and maintain client relationships. Excellent knowledge of discipline-specific codes is essential. The company offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for mentorship and training.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of licensed engineering experience.
• Must adhere to codes and client requirements.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects across multiple states.
• Implement engineering projects including construction documents.
• Ensure high-level quality assurance on construction documents.

Skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Revit / AutoCAD knowledge

Proficiency in engineering modeling tools

Excellent written and oral communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Excellent time management

Negotiation skills

Learning strategies

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Engineering modeling tools

Job description

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Engineer of Record with a Bachelor of Science degree and 10-15 years of licensed engineering experience. The candidate will lead engineering projects across multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Implement engineering projects, including construction documents, coordination with other disciplines, permitting, bidding, and construction administration in accordance with client requirements and code.
• Ensure high-level quality assurance on construction documents, specifications, RFI responses, etc.
• Complete project engineer responsibilities successfully.
• Research, develop and keep updated with the latest designs in coordination with vendors, senior engineers, and other online resources.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of discipline-specific codes and building codes.
• Communicate effectively with clients on design and other project requirements.
• Meet with the Project Architect and Project Manager to discuss design scope, schedule, budget, phasing, site issues, and design review issues.
• Estimate discipline man-hours required to complete the design requirements of a project.
• Serve as the main point of contact for a project or series of projects with one or several clients, the contractor, and the consultants.
• Coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines.
• Oversee the design and production of engineering construction documents and specifications for the projects/programs.
• Adhere to Cuhaci & Peterson and/or the client’s standards.
• Anticipate and resolve issues as they arise.
• Provide ongoing quality control throughout the project.
• Obtain and perform peer review of documents.
• Oversee setting up project budgets and completing designated scope of work within allotted time.
• Communicate owner revisions and RFIs.
• Represent the client’s interests at public hearings and meetings, as needed.
• Provide customer service to the client to maintain the relationship.
• Mentor and train engineering designers to produce high-quality construction documents within the allotted budget.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Active listening.
• Critical thinking.
• Revit / AutoCAD knowledge.
• Proficiency in engineering modeling tools.
• Researching and writing reports/opinions.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent time management.
• Equipment selection.
• Excellent judgment and decision making.
• Excellent management of personnel resources — motivating, developing, and directing team members.
• Negotiation skills.
• Learning strategies.

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods, handle stressful situations, multitask, work under time constraints, and possibly work overtime. Reasonable accommodations may be made for people with disabilities.

Work Environment

Must handle stressful situations, multitask, and work within time constraints to meet production schedules and budgets. Normal office environment, with occasional outside work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cuhaci & Peterson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cuhaci & Peterson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at all locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship between the employee and Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.