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CA.ON.Toronto.191 The West Mall, Canada
Onsite
The Engineering Services Department is currently looking for a Life Safety Engineer (Fire Protection Specialist). This is a regular full time permanent position, based 100% at our client site in Toronto with a focus on the airport/aviation industry. Our industry leading team of fire protection experts understands that Fire Protection Engineering is a multi-disciplinary field. As such, we are looking to build a team of specialists of various focuses within the multi-faceted fire protection industry. We are looking for innovative, forward-thinking people who enjoy challenge and actively seek to develop and improve work processes.
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.
Provides advice, guidance and subject matter expertise throughout the planning, design, and delivery of the program as it relates to life safety systems design and construction including compliance with all relevant codes and standards.
Ensures that life safety systems design and construction comply with technical requirements, including design reviews, submittal reviews, and testing.
Conducting Facility Alteration Permit (FAP) compliance reviews for all proposed renovations, alterations, maintenance work and new construction.
Providing non-resident engineering expertise through field inspections during various stages of construction.
Support the development of governance and process documentation with respect to the program's practices for life safety systems engineering.
Assesses alternative compliance proposals submitted by the contractor and provides feedback as to the feasibility of the proposal and alignment to client requirements.
Coordinates the technical elements of the program with respect to life safety systems engineering including establishing targets / goals.
Coordinates the interface between other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure integration and coordination across client programs, facilities, and assets.
Reviews deliverables submitted by the contractor / designer and confirms compliance to the relevant requirements, codes, and standards.
Monitors the input of the designers throughout the construction phase (RFIs, shop drawings, material approvals, mock-up approvals, punch list, etc.).
Provides Management level progress reports and briefings with respect to fire and life safety systems design progress, issues, and opportunities.
Coaching, mentoring, and supporting career development of client staff members when required.
Hold a degree from a recognized university engineering program or, college diploma from an engineering technology program in electrical, mechanical, controls systems, fire engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or eligible to be registered.
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the design, construction and commissioning of industrial and commercial building, mechanical, or fire and life safety systems within a major capital project / program.
Aviation experience is considered an asset.
Experience of defining functional and technical specifications in line with business requirements and thorough working knowledge of requirements management.
Knowledge of Life Safety systems along with associated regulations, codes, laws, and technology limitations, including but not limited to: National and Ontario Building and Fire Codes. CAN/ULC Fire System design standards such as CAN/ULC S524, S536, S537 and S561. NFPA Fire Suppression System standards such as NFPA 10, 13, 20, 25, 101, 409, and 415. Knowledge of ISO 55001 Asset Management is an asset.
Knowledge of agency jurisdictions and their roles within the airport.
Knowledge of field construction, project management, and procurement methods and practices, including standard safety requirements, procedures in construction, document control, site acceptance testing, and factory acceptance testing.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Office 365, project scheduling software, Maximo, ProjectWise, Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning, and MicroStation.
Good stakeholder engagement and communication skills including the ability to facilitate meeting / workshops with large groups of stakeholders.
Participation within fire protection industry associations an asset.
Ability to cross over multi-disciplinary projects. Good understanding of fire protection engineering concepts and methods.
Collaborative approach and good communication skills. Good organizational skills.
Submit for and maintain a federal security clearance.
Valid driver's license.
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $93,000- $129,000 annually (Only Applicable to Ontario). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.