The Vertex Companies LLC · 1 month ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting and compliance services. The Senior Fire Protection Engineer will be responsible for developing fire protection system designs, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while providing technical oversight to junior engineers.
ConstructionConsultingEnergyInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive fire protection system designs, including sprinklers, alarms, and suppression systems
Create and review detailed engineering plans, schematics, and blueprints
Utilize advanced engineering software and tools to simulate fire scenarios and assess system performance
Maintain accurate records of all fire protection activities and system installations
Lead complex projects and manage key accounts for the company
Provide technical oversight and education to junior engineers
Ensure compliance with NFPA codes, local regulations, and industry standards
Conduct thorough fire risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Develop and implement emergency response plans and evacuation procedures
Perform regular inspections and testing of fire protection systems
Establish and enforce safety protocols for project implementation
Create comprehensive technical documentation and maintenance manuals
Implement quality control measures for all fire protection installations
Responsible for supporting assigned manager in meeting or exceeding the defined annual budget for the entire practice area (including proactive creation of work product to meet or exceed defined utilization targets, oversight of execution of profitable technical assignments, and communication with clients as assigned or requested)
Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to provide technical work product review, and monitor own progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self is consistently high quality
Support assigned manager in monitoring of all relevant data related to own performance such as individual utilization rate vs target, client deadlines, accurate and timely timesheet data, etc
Meet or exceed defined individual average utilization goals as set forth by company leadership
Conduct own behavior in a 'lead by example' manner, with emphasis on positivity
Travel, as necessary to support client, employee, and leadership needs
Perform quality control of all assigned service delivery and self-generated work product, maintaining an excellent reputation of quality
Provide feedback to project team leader in a manner that assists with rapid identification and escalation of any client, or technical or operational challenges
Be aware of and perform own tasks in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives
Conduct self and prioritize tasks to work toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects
Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (support staff assignments of self) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results
Complete daily tasks consistent with contract requirements and proactively alert assigned manager to any potential challenges or issues
Ensure compliance of operations with all local, state and Federal (and International, if applicable) regulations, as well as compliance with company policy
Ensure consistent high quality on deliverables for all individual work product
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering, master's degree in fire protection engineering or short course equivalent education of primary competencies of the field
5-15 years' experience in fire protection engineering or a related field
PE License in at least one US State or territory
Extensive experience in managing multiple teams and departments
Knowledge of regulatory and industry trends in fire protection engineering
Proficiency in financial management and budgeting
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Experience in providing reliable work product review as assigned
Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with co-workers and Supervisors, and clients, subcontractors, and vendors as assigned
Strong communication and organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated self-awareness and flexibility in working with a variety of personalities and work styles (colleagues, clients, Assigned Managing Director(s))
Able to handle multiple priorities and perform consistently and positively under high stress conditions
Knowledge of computer operations and standard software packages (word processing, spreadsheets, Adobe) required
Benefits
Multiple healthcare and dental plan options
Company-paid Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting
Flexible Spending Accounts
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off program, including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Company
The Vertex Companies LLC
The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries.
501-1000 employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Tortorello
CEO, The Vertex Companies
Mark Degenaars
Chief Operating Officer
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