About this opportunity
Stantec Consulting International Ltd. lists this Fire Protection Engineer (Remote or Hybrid) opportunity in charlottesville, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Responsibilities
Apply concepts of fire protection engineering through investigation and analysis to support engineering projects that may include design of fire suppression systems (sprinklers and standpipes, water supply, special hazard extinguishing systems), fire detection and alarm systems, and smoke control systems, selection of fire-resistant materials and assemblies, and development of egress strategies.
Perform calculations to analyze and design engineering system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
Gather information to support design decisions.
Prepare engineering designs, drawings, specifications, presentations and reports with guidance from senior engineers.
Verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
Work with other architecture and engineering design professionals in the coordination and delivery of projects under the direction of a senior engineer.
Provide support services during construction, including submittal reviews, response to requests for information and contract document clarifications, construction progress inspections and acceptance testing.
Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineering staff.
Responsible for all fire protection matters on assigned complex projects and for ensuring that all matters conform to fire protection requirements in client’s policies, regulations, and codes and standards.
Ensure that assigned projects are technically correct for both design and construction and are consistent with the appropriate current practices in the industry; that they are within the technical and administrative constraints of the project and that they are fully coordinated and compatible with other engineering disciplines of the project.
Manage fire protection engineering portions of complex new construction or complex renovation projects and incorporate fire protection design practices into all phases of design and construction.
Where deficiencies are noted, direct necessary changes and furnish assistance required.
Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.
Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, subcontractors, and vendors.
Participate in client meetings, value analysis, and basic cost estimating.
Help develop staff skills and abilities by providing guidance and mentoring to strengthen technical abilities.
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects and projects of peers.
Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the engineering group.
Develop project scope, budgets, and design approach for all size projects.
Assist with Business Development activities, including proposal development, presentations, etc.
Oversee and manage multiple concurrent projects/tasks.
Capabilities and Credentials
Proficiency in Revit, sprinkler design addons (e.g. AutoSprink) for Revit, and hydraulic calculation software.
Experience with CFD modeling software (i.e. FDS, ASCOS) is preferred but not required.
Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of building codes and NFPA standards. Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) is preferred.
Strong knowledge of fire protection and fire alarm systems.
Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule.
Participates and collaborates in project team setting with internal and external clients.
Strong technical writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Pre‑employment drug screen is required for this position.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience.
Experience as a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE) on Federal projects preferred.
Must be a fully licensed Fire Protection Engineer in at least one US state or jurisdiction, preferably in the local jurisdiction, by passing the Fire Protection Engineering written examination.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Location
United States | VA | Charlottesville
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
Who can apply
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