Senior Building Code Consultant

Overview

Senior Fire Protection & Life Safety Consultant

• Identify and assess building code and life safety issues on complex projects
• Interpret and apply applicable building codes, bylaws, and related standards
• Develop alternative solutions and performance-based approaches to demonstrate compliance
• Document compliance strategies through written reports and code compliance drawings
• Lead engagement with architects, engineers, developers, and enforcement authorities
• Guide projects through design, approvals, and construction administration phases
• Attend and lead project meetings with clients, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction
• Conduct site visits and field reviews to support compliance during construction
• Manage project scope, schedules, and deliverables
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client and industry relationships
• Mentor and train junior staff, providing technical guidance and support
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, consistency, and continuous improvement

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or post-secondary education with equivalent experience in a related field (Environmental Design, Architectural Technology, or similar)

• 7+ years of experience in a Building Code Consulting role
• Extensive experience applying building code compliance approaches, including alternative solutions and performance-based methods
• Extensive experience engaging with AEC project teams, leading design coordination, approvals, and construction administration
• Proven experience working with enforcement authorities to implement fire protection and life safety regulations and standards
• Demonstrated experience in project management

• Proficiency with CAD
• Ability to prepare and review code compliance drawings and technical documentation
• Strong understanding of the integration of fire protection and life safety requirements within complex building systems

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a leadership role
• High standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
• A genuine drive to mentor others and contribute to better buildings and safer communities

• Ability to travel for meetings and site visits
• Valid driver’s license