Manager - Fire Protection Engineering

Job Overview

This position is responsible for leading a team of technical contributors in the Houston, TX office performing a range of professional services, primarily in the Fire and Building Safety or Industrial Process Safety service line. Successful execution of the position will include a strong focus on staff engagement and career development. Key performance priorities include fostering an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion to encourage recruitment and retention, innovation, and a high‑performing organization.

Successful candidates will need to reside in or relocate to the Houston Metro area to allow for appropriate proximity to the team necessary for successful engagement. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed. This position is an in‑office role and is not intended to include a hybrid or remote work arrangement.

• Work with leadership team to promote a positive and healthy team culture. Foster a culture of acceptance and diversity in thought. Keep staff informed of company initiatives and communications.
• Promote employee engagement and satisfaction by ensuring positive work environment, work‑life balance, guidance toward career goals and interests, and competitive reward.

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues to deliver quality products, on time and within budget.
• Manage client expectations and relationships through clear and thoughtful communication and assist team members in doing the same.
• Participate in business development activities such as attending local society meetings and meeting with clients; these activities will be arranged and/or supported by the Southcentral leadership team – prior business development experience not required.

• Ensure business processes are implemented and recommend improvements for delivering best‑in‑class service.
• Exhibit the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• Maintain a working knowledge of company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Develop innovative solutions by leveraging differences in education, personalities, skill sets, experiences, and knowledge bases within the team.

• Work closely with the Southcentral leadership team to execute company and regional strategies.
• Assist Team Leader in recruiting and retaining top talent.
• Along with other leaders, train staff on technical, project management, and business processes and procedures.
• With the Team Leader, identify and facilitate opportunities for service line growth, helping to achieve opportunities for staff.
• Proactively grow and broaden the skill base in their team.
• Ensure a team environment of technical and moral support that enables employees to take on challenging new projects and grow.

• Responsible for technical contributors, project managers, and is a people leader of 4 to 8 people.
• Work with Team Leader to establish appropriate performance standards and have regular conversations with team members to ensure they are met.
• Use their business acumen and knowledge of the Jensen Hughes business model to guide and coach individuals to succeed.
• Lead and mentor staff and project teams related to technical skills, project management skills and business development skills.

• Recommended minimum of 3 years’ experience and a demonstrated successful history in performing technical consulting work and developing and cultivating client relationships.
• Well‑rounded working knowledge of fire protection engineering fundamentals.
• Professional designation desirable but not required (e.g., Professional Engineering License).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Successful candidates will need to reside in or relocate to the Houston Metro area to allow for appropriate proximity to the team necessary for successful engagement. This position is an in‑office role and is not intended to include a hybrid or remote work arrangement.
• In‑office work arrangement preferred.

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.