Fire Protection Engineer Job at NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company, Washington DC

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  • NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
  • Washington DC

Job Description

About the Role

The Fire Protection Engineer will work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and VA staff to review designs, oversee construction activities, manage documentation, support code compliance, and help ensure project quality and safety within active medical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide fire protection engineering expertise during design, procurement, construction, and post-construction phases
  • Review drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change orders for compliance with codes and VA standards
  • Support the development of project schedules in MS Project or Primavera
  • Conduct field inspections and verify installation of life safety and fire protection systems
  • Lead construction progress meetings and provide technical recommendations
  • Review and track cost estimates, contract documents, and project budgets
  • Ensure adherence to NEC, NFPA, IBC, and other regulatory requirements
  • Work collaboratively with government project managers, A/E firms, SME teams, and construction contractors
  • Prepare detailed written reports, assessments, and project documentation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil)
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in fire protection engineering, life safety systems design, or code compliance
  • Experience with federal, commercial, or healthcare construction projects
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple active construction or renovation projects
  • Strong knowledge of construction methodology and federal building standards
  • Experience developing government cost estimates and tracking project costs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Job Tags

Contract work, For contractors,

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