TalentSphere Staffing Solutions: Remote Fire Protection Design Engineer – Team Lead

Job Title: Fire Protection Engineer – Team Lead
Location: Toronto, ON (In office) or if outside Toronto can be remote from anywhere in Canada 
Salary: $105k+ (Based on Experience)
Job ID: #16656815
 
Join a dynamic and innovative building design and consulting engineering firm dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable, efficient, and safe buildings. With a portfolio spanning commercial, residential, institutional, and industrial projects, they pride themselves on delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.
 
Position Overview:
Seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer Team Lead to lead the Fire Protection Engineering team. This is a senior-level role responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and review of fire protection systems while ensuring compliance with local codes and national standards. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert with strong leadership skills and a passion for advancing safety in building design.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of fire protection engineers and designers. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth within the team.
Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and architectural groups, to integrate fire protection systems seamlessly.
Design & Technical Expertise: Develop and review fire protection system designs, including sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, smoke control, and suppression systems. Perform detailed engineering calculations and modeling to ensure system effectiveness and compliance. Ensure designs meet local building codes, NFPA standards, and other applicable regulations.
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Oversee quality control processes to ensure deliverables meet all project and regulatory requirements.
 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario or eligibility to obtain it.
• Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in fire protection engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in fire protection system design and a thorough understanding of NFPA, Ontario Building Code, and other relevant standards.
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools, including AutoCAD, Revit, and fire modeling software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead teams and liaise with clients.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

 
What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

 
How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience. Please apply directly to this post, or connect with me directly: Jennifer Ramos – jramos@talentsphere.ca
 

Thank you for your interest in this job posting.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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