Fire Protection Engineer - Federal Sector

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon now 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).

Responsibilities and Duties

• 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. 

Salary commensurate with experience.

Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full

medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.