Fire Protection Engineer / Designer Manager Location:

Toronto, ON

Salary:

150k-170k (based on Experience)

A well-established and highly respected engineering consulting firm is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer / Designer Manager to join its growing Toronto team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fire protection professional looking to step into a leadership role with strong career growth, technical autonomy, and exposure to complex, high-profile projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading fire protection design initiatives, mentoring technical staff, and managing projects across commercial, institutional, healthcare, residential, and mixed-use developments. This position offers the chance to work with a collaborative leadership team in an environment that values technical excellence, innovation, and long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and coordination of fire protection systems including sprinkler, standpipe, fire alarm interface, and life safety systems

Manage projects from concept through construction, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved

Review drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documents for quality and code compliance

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, designers, and technical staff

Coordinate with architects, mechanical, electrical, structural, and external stakeholders throughout project delivery

Conduct site reviews, inspections,



and field coordination during construction phases

Support business development efforts, client relationships, and proposal preparation as needed

Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices

Qualifications:

Degree or diploma in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) or equivalent is considered a strong asset

5+ years of experience in fire protection consulting/design within the building construction industry

Strong knowledge of NFPA, OBC, NBC, and relevant fire/life safety codes and standards

Proven project management and leadership experience

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and related design tools is considered an asset

Excellent communication, coordination, and client-facing skills

Why This Opportunity:

Join a respected and stable firm with an outstanding reputation in the industry

Lead impactful projects across a wide range of notable developments

Strong opportunity for advancement into senior leadership roles

Collaborative team environment with experienced professionals

Competitive compensation, benefits, and long-term stability

A chance to influence design standards, mentor staff, and make a visible impact

This is an outstanding opportunity for a fire protection professional ready to advance their career with a firm that values leadership, technical excellence, and long-term professional growth.

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