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Fire Protection Engineer

Fire Protection Engineer

Smith + AndersenVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Role : Fire Protection Engineer.Job Type : Hybrid – WFH + In Office.Salary Range : $105,000 - $132,500.Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with ten offices in ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Fire, Life & Safety Technician

Fire, Life & Safety Technician

BGISVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services.With our combined team of over 6 500 globally we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago
fire sprinkler fitter

fire sprinkler fitter

Titan Fire Protection LtdNorth Vancouver, BC, CA
Full-time +1
Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years.Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment.Inst...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

ArcadisVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Arcadis is the worlds leading company delivering sustainable design engineering and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36000 people in over 70 countries dedicated t...Show moreLast updated: 27 days ago
sprinkler system installer

sprinkler system installer

Laco Firepro Service Ltd.North Vancouver, BC, CA
Full-time +1
Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years.Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment.Inst...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
Fire Alarm Technician (Install)

Fire Alarm Technician (Install)

Johnson ControlsVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
As a global leader in smart healthy and sustainable buildings our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people places and the our winning team and pave the way for a bright...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Mechanical Engineer, Buildings | Engineering Firm | Toronto / Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Mechanical Engineer, Buildings | Engineering Firm | Toronto / Vancouver | Outpost Recruitment

Moving2Canada.comVancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Full-time
Fast-growing building services consultancy with offices in Vancouver / Toronto seeks a Mechanical Engineer.They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer / Designer with a proven ability to ma...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Close Protection / Executive Protection Agent

Close Protection / Executive Protection Agent

AFIMAC CanadaVancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
AFIMAC Canada is seeking experienced Close Protection Agents to join our elite security team.The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in providing close protection services in a wide ra...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Security Guard

Security Guard

SecuritasVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for irregularities an...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

Marriott InternationalBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Manages all engineering / maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection.Accountable fo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer P. Eng.

Senior Mechanical Engineer P. Eng.

TWD TechnologiesBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Join a Team That Puts People First.If youre collaborative positive and driven to grow youll thrive here.Were not a typical EPCM company. Were a family-oriented team with global reach working on exci...Show moreLast updated: 26 days ago
Building and Fire Code Consultant, Fire Protection Engineering

Building and Fire Code Consultant, Fire Protection Engineering

Jensen HughesBurnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people.Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Operations Manager

Operations Manager

TalentSphereVancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring that the mechanical and electrical systems are managed and maintained to the highest standards in a safe, code-compliant, and environmentally resp...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Senior Associate – Building & Fire Code

Senior Associate – Building & Fire Code

30 Forensic EngineeringVancouver, British Columbia
Full-time
Senior Associate – Building & Fire Code.Forensic Engineering is one of Canada’s largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of professional investigators, engineerin...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
sprinkler system installer

sprinkler system installer

GAZDA Mechanical Ltd.Burnaby, BC, CA
Full-time +1
Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years.Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe. Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping s...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
fire alarm technician

fire alarm technician

Fire-ProBurnaby, BC, CA
Full-time +1
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.Inspect products to determine the requirements for repair.Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies. Repair or replace defective or worn-out...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Junior Fire Protection Designer, Buildings

Junior Fire Protection Designer, Buildings

WSP CanadaVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and ...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
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Electronics Instrument Control Technician 1 - Fire Protection

Electronics Instrument Control Technician 1 - Fire Protection

Vancouver Coastal HealthVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time
Come work as an Electronics Instrument Control Technician with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!.Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Electronics Instrument Control Technician to join the Plant...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Senior Mechanical Designer

Senior Mechanical Designer

Enersolv Design & Build LtdBurnaby, British Columbia
Full-time +1
Reporting to the Project Manager (Design), you will play a key role in our design division.As Senior Mechanical Designer, you will be responsible for the execution of projects from design through t...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Fire Protection Engineer

Fire Protection Engineer

Smith + AndersenVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Role : Fire Protection Engineer

Location : Vancouver, BC

Job Type : Hybrid – WFH + In Office

Salary Range : $105,000 - $132,500

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. In addition, we are proud to have been certified as a  Great Place to Work™  and selected as one of  Canada’s Best Workplaces™  for the highly collaborative culture we’ve built and for empowering employees to do great work!

This Opportunity

The Vancouver office of Smith and Andersen is currently seeking a  Fire Protection Engineer  to join our Mechanical team. You’re all about prioritization. While everyone else is focused on their individual tasks, you’ve got an eye on the larger goals, and have a detailed road map for how to meet those goals. When others work with you, they know that deadlines won’t slip and details won’t get missed. As a natural leader, you’re happiest when everyone is moving in the same direction, and you never hesitate to step up and get others the answers they need. 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.

Why choose Smith + Andersen?

In addition to an exciting career filled with meaningful work, we offer :

  • Competitive salary
  • 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™ in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness™

What You’ll Do

  • Is a licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of British Columbia and capable of taking professional responsibility for fire protection design and signing and sealing all fire protection related documents.
  • Fully understands 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.
  • Prepares, or assists Principal-in-charge or PM with, the development of fire protection system concepts (e.g. design brief) and concept report.
  • Reviews and manages 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.
  • Ensures proper coordination of document with the internal and external project team (architect, interior designer, and other disciplines).
  • Responsible for reviewing all fire protection deliverables for the project whether reports, calculations, drawings, or / and specifications. Reviews for completeness and accuracy at various stages of development and as defined by internal total quality management.
  • Prepares all fire protection calculations and selects all equipment, including detailed fire protection hydraulic calculations. May assign tasks to designer and CAD / BIM Technician where appropriate; however, is fully capable of performing tasks.
  • Prepares detailed fire protection drawings, including standpipe, sprinkler, fire extinguishers and any specialty fire protection systems (pre-action, gas suppression, etc.). Drawings will include complete sprinkler head layouts, hydraulically sized piping and all details required for permit, tender and construction.
  • Assists 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.).
  • Applies fire protection skills and knowledge to managing the construction administration process of a project.
  • Prepares all fire protection change notices or reviews change notices issued by contract administration team.
  • Promotes and enforces 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.
  • Coordinates with the contract administration team regarding drawing reviews, proper set up of contract administration process and site activities.
  • Keeps 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. Request of Additional fee-RAF) for review and submission to client.
  • Responsible for ensuring tasks are completed both accurately and with the assigned hours / fee.
  • Responds 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
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of British Columbia.
  • Advanced working knowledge of the provincial 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.
  • Demonstrates initiative and practical problem solving.
  • Nice to Have

  • LEED certification / Experience implementing sustainable design (LEED projects) is an asset
  • Member of the BC Chapter of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers
  • About Smith + Andersen

    Founded in 1965, Smith + Andersen has organically grown from an established reputation as a trusted engineering consulting firm, reaching new levels of engineering and design excellence in the mechanical, electrical, communications, security and audiovisual fields, and providing enhanced services such as lighting, building automation systems, and intelligent integrated systems design. Thanks to our client-focused approach, we are able to apply efficient, sustainable, and reliable design and engineering solutions on the some of the most exciting projects across Canada.