GFT · 16 hours ago
Fire Protection Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expGFT is a privately held AEC firm seeking a Licensed Fire Protection Engineer to join their Building and Places Business Group in Washington DC. The role involves supporting fire protection design efforts across various sectors, coordinating with local authorities, and managing projects related to fire protection systems.
ConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingFacilities Support ServicesFacility ManagementInfrastructureTransportationWater
Responsibilities
Design of fire protection systems for various projects including commercial buildings, labs, hospitals, maintenance buildings, educational buildings, manufacturing facilities, airports, research facilities
Type of fire protection systems includes wet and dry fire protection, pre-action systems, and clean agent systems
Working knowledge of fire alarm and mass notification systems
Familiarity with NFPA guidelines and International Building Codes
Survey and study of building fire protection equipment and systems
Technical direction of fire protection designers and technicians on specific projects
Develop written project status reports
Project specification writing
Project management
Code interpretation and resolution with Authorities Having Jurisdiction
Proactive problem identification and resolution
Coordination and verification of project deliverables
Participate in meeting with prospective clients, as well as general client interaction
Travel to project sites for project related activities
Qualification
Required
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
8 or more years of experience in fire protection engineering consulting
FPE required, active license in at least one state of the USA
Thorough understanding of fire protection building codes and construction standards
Computer proficiency in applications within MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
Excellent writing and oral communication skills required
Minimum, a thorough understanding of NFPA 13, 72, and 90A Standards, International Building Code, International Fire Code, Uniform Facilities Codes (UFC)
Preferred
Experience working with federal government, higher education and industrial facilities preferred
Experience with transportation and maintenance facilities is a plus
Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company
GFT
GFT provides planning, design, technology, and construction management services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknownKey Investors
OceanSound Partners
2023-03-08Acquired
2023-03-07Debt Financing
2023-01-09Private Equity
Leadership Team
Art Barrett
Senior Vice President
John Derr
Executive Vice President - Transportation Advisor
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