The Senior Consultant or Principal Consultant - Fire Protection Engineering is tasked with ensuring that IFO Group’s domestic and international clients are provided with expert consultancy services for technical fire protection engineering and consulting. Experience with industrial fire protection engineering is a strong advantage but not required. Preferred location for candidates is Houston, TX metro area but other locations (including remote) may be considered for outstanding applicants.
The key objectives of the position are as follows:
Fire Protection Engineering
Thorough understanding of fire protection system concepts and software modeling related to specialty fire protection systems design, including software related to fire & gas detection mapping and fire water system hydraulic analysis.
Review and development of life safety plans.
Life safety and building code consulting.
Detailed knowledge of fire protection codes and standards related to Oil and Gasand Process and Chemical facilities. Able to produce / review philosophies, specifications, reports and drawings related to fire protection and safety systems and equipment.
Interface with clients, as required, for the design, installation, and testing of Fire Protection Systems.
Perform field surveys and inspections at client project construction sites.
Candidates should be capable of developing and/or checking the following deliverables: Firewater System P&IDs, Fire Protection Location Plans, Electrical Area Classification Plans, Fire Proofing Limit Plans and Fire and Gas Detection Location Plans.
Evaluation of losses caused by fire and/or explosion
Assess fire protection system failures
Collect and examine data and evidence at the site of a fire loss
Research and write expert reports
Interview witnesses to obtain information during an investigation
Testify in court cases involving investigated losses
Profile of Ideal Candidate
Education:
Science, Technology, or Engineering degree or equivalent required; with current professional mechanical or fire protection engineering license(s) is REQUIRED. Ability to obtain a Texas PE license within 6 months if not already licensed or able to obtain reciprocity. Prior experience in PSM and/or battery storage systems is a strong advantage for candidates.
Assignment Location:
Preferred location for candidate is Houston, TX but other locations may be considered for outstanding applicants. All candidates must be U.S. citizens or hold current legal residency status. Full time candidates are preferred but part time and contract staff will be considered. Recent retirees desiring a return to work will be strongly considered.
Languages: Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is a plus.
Professional Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of relevant track record with significant achievements in technical safety or fire protection engineering fields.
Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and other fire protection related computational programs.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable fire code regulations, concepts and trends and ability to understand and interpret complex mandatory regulations and their impact on client operations.
Leading and contributing to the preparation of proposals and bids for projects.
Ability to dig into site specific details and develop solutions to complex fire protection issues.
Superior technical writing skills and the ability to convey ideas in written form through clear, simple and concise communication.
Meet business financial targets, overall project budget and schedule, client expectations, and contract requirements.
Personal Characteristics for all Candidates
Personality that conveys poise, seniority and credibility with high levels of convincing and influencing skills to gain the trust and respect of clients and colleagues.
Able to work autonomously with regular communication to the Managing Consultant.
Shows strong initiative, working effectively without close supervision.
Acts quickly and decisively, willing to demonstrate courage and address difficult issues in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with different groups of diverse needs and requirements in a motivational manner.
Team player with the ability to drive results and to motivate / manage the performance of others.
Demonstrates determination and persistence, high levels of resilience and the ability to cope with pressure, refusing to give up when faced with difficulty and continues steadily and firmly to achieve the business objective.
A hands on person that likes being close to the client’s business.
Solutions oriented personality with analytical thinking.
Applies good judgment and can act according to our high standards of ethics and integrity.
Genuine, open, honest and straight forward personality that appreciates direct personal communication.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with candidate experience and future potential. IFO Group offers an annual and project bonus structure that directly rewards your contributions to client and IFO Group success.
For professionals able to attract new clients and expand our service offerings with existing clients, we offer additional compensation as a reward for showing initiative and delivering outstanding results.
Medical / dental / vision insurance with low employee premiums.
Education and training benefits aimed at growing professional competency and ability.
