Fire Protection Engineer

1 month ago

Old Toronto, Canada Smith + Andersen Full time
p>Role: Fire Protection Engineer - Mechanical
Location: Toronto, ON
Job Type: Hybrid – WFH + In Office

Who We Are
Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with ten offices in five provinces and approximately 700 employees.
At Smith + Andersen our employees contribute to some of the most sustainable building design projects in Canada. The work we do has meaningful impact on the community by contributing to landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, federal and provincial government buildings and post secondary institutions.
Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability, mentorship and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business. p>

This Opportunity
The Toronto office of Smith and Andersen is currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our Mechanical team. You have clear communication skills, and can effectively wield those skills to make sure clients, consultants, and contractors are kept in the loop. You can easily manage multiple tasks without getting frazzled, and are eager to take on some of the biggest and most exciting projects in the country.

  • Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
  • Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
  • Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
  • Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Purchase Time off Program
  • Transit Subsidy Program
  • Wide variety of community and social events
  • Great Place to Work-Certified
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness

What You’ll Do:

  • Prepare, or assist Principal-in-charge or PM with, the development of fire protection system concepts (e.g. design brief) and concept report.
  • Review and manage the fire protection design in terms of construction budgets and is able, at a high level, to warn of decisions that will exceed available budget.
  • Ensure proper coordination of document with the internal and external project team (architect, interior designer, and other disciplines).
  • Review all fire protection deliverables for the project including but not limited to reports, calculations, drawings, or/and specifications. Review for completeness and accuracy at various stages of development and as defined by internal total quality management.
  • Prepare all fire protection calculations (including detailed fire protection hydraulic calculations) and select all equipment. May assign tasks to designer and CAD/BIM Technician where appropriate; li>
  • Prepare detailed fire protection drawings, including standpipe, sprinkler, fire extinguishers and any specialty fire protection systems (pre-action, gas suppression, etc.). li>
  • Assist in the preparation of project specifications. Prepares detailed specifications for all fire protection scope including sprinkler systems, standpipe, specialty systems (pre-action, gas suppression, etc.).
  • Apply fire protection skills and knowledge to managing the construction administration process of a project.
  • Prepare all fire protection change notices or reviews change notices issued by contract administration team.
  • Promote and enforce company standards relating to project administration, documentation and processes such as total quality management.
  • Where requested by the Principal-in-charge or Associate Principal act as contract administrator for designated projects, ensuring timely completion of all contract administration activities for project.
  • Coordinate with the contract administration team regarding drawing reviews, proper set up of contract administration process and site activities.
  • Keep the Principal-in-charge, Associate Principal or PM advised of all changes in scope of fire protection work and prepares amendments to the contract (e.g. li>
  • Respond to both technical and financial queries related to the project.

Who You Are:

  • 5 or more years of fire protection engineering experience in residential, commercial and institutional buildings
  • A licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario and capable of taking professional responsibility for fire protection design and signing and sealing all fire protection related documents.
  • Fully understand fire protection Codes and Standards relevant for the project and is able to communicate all requirements to the internal project team, external project team, owner, and authorities having jurisdiction.
  • Advanced working knowledge of Ontario Building Code and NFPA standards.
  • Demonstrate a strong leadership qualities and ability to work independently
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients
  • Possess sound communications skills as demonstrated through client and staff relations
  • Demonstrate experience working with other consultants and contractors, and coordination of major projects
  • Have excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, methods and standards.

Nice to Have:

  • LEED certification / Experience implementing sustainable design (LEED projects) is an asset.

Diversity
Smith + Andersen is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, race, ethnicity, family status, religion, mental or physical status or veteran status.

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