Procon Consulting, a fast-growing professional services firm in McLean, VA with expertise in construction management (CM), construction-related technology, space planning, and facilities management, seeks a Licensed Fire Protection Engineer. This is a long term role on federal projects. The ideal candidate would be able to obtain a federal clearance (HSPD-12 minimum) and at least 5+ years of experience in a Fire Protection Engineering role or similar position. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 5+ years of experience in fire protection and life safety systems is required.
• NICET or NFPA certifications required.
• Engineering degree required.
• Applicants must have the desire and ability to learn about life safety and fire protection systems, maximizing performance, and must be up to the challenge of leading a team of owners, designers, and contractors to find and fix issues from the beginning of design through construction.
• Applicants must have the desire to lead, teach and help grow the fire protection team.
• Demonstrated field experience in fire and life safety systems, including hands-on testing of fire alarm systems, performing construction-related and technical inspections, and conducting comprehensive assessments in fire protection, safety, health, and risk mitigation.
• Fire Protection PE License is required (any of the 50 states).

• Perform technical reviews of building and development plans and specifications for compliance with Life Safety Code and adopted National Fire Protection Association systems/standards.
• Check sprinkler plans and hydraulic calculations.
• Ensure compliance with gaseous fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, smoke control and related requirements.
• Conduct construction and highly technical fire and life safety-related field inspections.
• Maintain records and files; prepare reports.
• Respond to inquiries from the public regarding fire prevention practices.
• Oversee/lead the work of other fire protection staff in the absence of the Fire Marshall.
• Lead programs centered around fire protection and life safety systems.