Jensen Hughes has a job opportunity for an early-career to mid-level Fire Protection Consultant with a sprinkler systems background. This position is based in our Burnaby, British Columbia office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience and exposure to automatic sprinkler systems and fire pump design.
Responsibilities:- Manage fire protection maintenance and inspection schedule
- Review design drawings for sprinkler systems, fire pumps, special suppression systems including foam systems and others as necessary
- Plan and direct engineering activities with a high degree of contractor engagement
- Act as the owner's representative for fire protection systems on site
- Regular site walks to verify fire safety and code compliance
- Support emergent needs such as witnessing testing, commissioning, systems reviews, code support.
- May need to be on call 24/7, on occasion
- Prepare and present technical reports for the client
- Assess and approve contractor work costs and bids
Minimum Requirements:- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering is desirable or experience with fire sprinkler system contractor, or applicable experience
- P.Eng registrant in the province of British Columbia and/or Alberta
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience of Fire Protection System Design with emphasis on automatic sprinkler systems, fire pump design and foam systems
- Strong knowledge of NFPA 13, 10, 16, 25, 20,
Preferred Qualifications:- NICET Water-Based Systems Layout Certification is asset
- Proficiency in the use of SprinkCALC, HydraCALC or similar
- REVIT design experience is an asset
- Knowledge of FM Global Requirements as related to fire protection is an asset
- Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills
- Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills
- We will also consider candidates that have significant industry experience in fire protection and code consulting but are not on the engineering track
- Ability to make decisions within a reasonable time frame
- Ability to travel 15% - 20% required
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Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.
Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a retirement plan, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position and location.
National Pay Range
$86,000-$129,000 CAD
