Sr. Consultant - Fire and Safety Engineer

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This opportunity involves working with our Fire and Life Safety Team on projects that meet client objectives and solve challenges. The role provides technical guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, design, development, testing, and inspection of fire and life safety systems in both public and private sectors. Responsibilities include research, design, planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and integration of systems like automatic sprinklers, fire alarms, smoke control, and egress analysis.

Ensures compliance with building and fire codes, and produces reports and documentation to meet industry standards.

• Interpretation of building, life safety, and fire code requirements, including ICC and NFPA codes.
• Review architectural drawings for code compliance.
• Negotiate with authorities having jurisdiction on fire safety designs.
• Create fire safety strategy documents to support design processes.
• Design fire protection and life safety systems.
• Perform and review fire engineering calculations, including smoke modeling and evacuation analysis.
• Assist in commissioning fire safety systems.
• Interface with clients and organize resources.
• Follow quality control processes and develop project proposals and budgets.
• Manage project finances, mentor junior staff, and prepare technical reports.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and contribute to business development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of fire protection and life safety consulting experience.
• Experience in fire protection engineering design applications.
• Proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication skills.

• P.E. License (preferred).
• Experience in healthcare consulting and design (preferred).

WSP USA is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving communities. With over 15,000 employees across 300+ offices, we design solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. We offer a flexible workplace and comprehensive benefits, fostering career growth and development.

WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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