Fire Protection Project Manager

Fire Protection Project Manager (Remote) Nashville, TN At Salas O’Brien, we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a different applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build unique, meaningful, and high-impact career- and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. Job Summary: We are looking for a personable Fire Protection Designer/Engineer to join our multi-disciplined design team supporting our Nashville, TN office and take on the challenge of technical management of the fire protection scopes on high profile hyperscale Data Center programs, other mission critical or federal projects, and industrial projects located around the country. This individual will have an opportunity to implement state-of-the art designs for many different types of projects, heavily in the mission critical sectors. There will be opportunities for continued growth into leadership roles and mentorship of incoming graduate level engineering staff as their experience continues to increase. Responsibilities: Experience in Fire Protection design principles for the field of building construction. Directly manages the fire protection scope on projects and coordinates with other design staff on technical deliverables Operates with a high level of care and work ethic Effective communicator with internal and external team members Ability to work well independently as part of a strong team Excellent organization and time management skills Ability to navigate and prioritize tasks based on complex delivery schedules Assists engineering calculations and analysis using available software Aides in production of 3D fire protection designs using Autodesk Revit Skills: Experience in application of all applicable NFPA, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFCs) and Building (IBC, SBC, etc.) codes/standards Proficient with fire protection design and driven for continuous learning Proficient with Revit and understanding of various BIM workflows with respect to Fire Protection engineering and design Capable of providing technical guidance to junior engineers and fire protection design staff Proficient written and oral communication skills essential for team-based projects Excellent planning and organizational skills required for overlapping project schedules Qualifications: 5+ Years Experience in Design/Consulting/Construction Bachelor’s degree in fire protection engineering, engineering technology, or similar ABET Accredited program Registered Professional Engineering license NOT required, although preference given Willing to travel (<20%) Compensation & Benefits: The expected base salary range for this role is $100,000-$125,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location. This role is eligible for performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support For more information, visit our full benefits overview here – Salas O’Brien benefits About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life everyday. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O’Brien provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.