Fire Protection Engineer

ACCURA Engineering & Consulting Services is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for an onsite role in Houston, TX to provide fire protection engineering support for federal construction projects at Fort Hood. The successful candidate will act as the fire and life safety subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and applicable codes, and will contribute through design reviews, inspections, QA, submittal reviews, acceptance testing, and coordination with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of fire protection requirements related to UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA standards.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure successful execution of fire protection features of work.
• Perform BCOES and plan-in-hand reviews, applying lessons learned from pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities.
• Conduct inspections in compliance with approved project documentation and contract requirements.
• Evaluate work practices, procedures, and site conditions to ensure compliance with fire protection codes, standards, and policies.
• Prepare detailed technical reports identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance regarding facility design, construction features, and fire protection systems.
• Serve as a fire-safety and life-safety consultant to project managers and government personnel.
• Review contractor submittals and provide technical comments and recommendations.
• Evaluate and respond to RFIs and review field changes.
• Schedule and conduct final acceptance testing of fire suppression, detection, alarm, and related systems.
• Perform quality assurance oversight and document findings throughout project execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a federal background review and drug screen.

Technologies

• UFC 3-600-01
• NFPA standards
• RMS/QCS

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

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