Fire Protection Engineer PE
Roanoke, VA
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Clark Nexsen is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer. The position is a technical role focused on project execution for a variety of multi- and single-discipline facility design projects. The Fire Protection Engineer will perform multiple aspects of fire protection engineering services on multi-discipline building design projects and single-discipline projects of small to large scope for commercial and government facilities.
General responsibilities
- Perform all aspects of fire protection design services including conceptual studies, programming, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents under the direct supervision of a Senior Fire Protection Engineer or the Department Director.
- Work on a multi-discipline design team and meet with clients to prepare and validate scope of work.
- Prepare marketing and presentation materials as directed and obtain guidance from senior personnel to resolve technical and coordination issues.
- Direct and supervise the work of support staff assigned to the project, particularly where unusual or difficult problems are encountered.
- Perform fire protection services associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments and opening and tabulating bids as directed.
- Perform fire protection services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings.
- Comply with the company's quality control practices and procedures and work with and take direction from the Department Director, Managing Principals, Project Managers, Design Managers, Operations Directors, and senior management.
- Work with a multi-discipline team of architects, engineers, interior designers, and landscape architects, participate in team meetings, coordinate efforts with other team members, and direct, supervise, and train junior fire protection staff as directed.
- Mentor and monitor the professional development of junior fire protection staff.
Project responsibilities
Perform Senior Fire Protection Engineer tasks as directed and serve in the role of Design Manager on projects as assigned.Prepare scope and fee proposals for the fire protection portion of multi-discipline projects or single-discipline projects.Conduct project code analysis for review by a Senior Fire Protection Engineer or the Department Director.Select and layout the fire protection systems, including consideration of alternative systems, and prepare accurate, complete, and code-compliant drawings and specifications for schematic, design development, and construction document submittals.Develop details of building system components, review calculations and all work products produced by fire protection EITs, graduates, or designers assigned to the project, and review all drawings produced by CAD technicians assigned to the project.Develop discipline specifications for review by a Senior Fire Protection Engineer or the Department Director and coordinate drawings with technical specifications and work product with other disciplines.Incorporate responses to QC and Gray Team comments into the project documents, assist in responding to RFIs, check comments, and CA submittals, perform discipline QA / QC review on assigned projects, and adhere to discipline budget and schedule.Required Skills
Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices; LEED AP accreditation desirable.Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged.Active participation in NSPE, SFPE, NFPA, or other related professional organizations is desirable.Familiarity with design / production and fire protection analysis software to a point of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the software.Required Experience
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering from an ABET-accredited curriculum or a post-graduate degree in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred.Effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e-mail, accounting, and information management.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.Experience as a lead designer or Fire Protection Engineer in federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, higher education, or similar projects plus experience in Design / Build and CM at Risk project delivery methods is desirable.Working Conditions
At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work / life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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