Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work? J.
S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work? J.
S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Job Description

GHL Consultants, a part of J.
S. Held (GHL),

is a consulting firm specializing in Building Code Consulting, Fire Protection Engineering, and Life Safety services. We provide innovative solutions to address complex building code and fire and life safety challenges for projects across Western Canada. Our portfolio includes residential, commercial, industrial, institutional,



healthcare, and mixed-use developments ranging from small renovations to large, complex facilities. We are seeking an experienced and motivated

Professional Engineer (P.
Eng.)

to help grow our presence in Alberta. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering building code and fire and life safety consulting services, managing projects, supporting clients, and mentoring junior staff. The position will initially be hybrid or predominantly remote; however, candidates should expect a gradual transition to greater in-office presence as the team expands, reflecting JS Held's commitment to the benefits of in-person collaboration, mentorship, and training.

Key Responsibilities

Provide building code, fire and life safety consulting services for a broad range of development projects, including Part 3 and Part 9 buildings under Division B of Local Building Code. Develop practical code strategies that support project goals while maintaining compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Review design documents and liaise with project teams to identify risks, opportunities, and code-related considerations throughout design and construction. Prepare code analysis, approach to code compliance, building code reports, alternative solutions, and other project deliverables. Build strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, developers,



and AHJs to support project success from concept through completion. Manage multiple projects concurrently, including scope, schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client communication. Participate in design workshops, AHJ meetings, site visits, field reviews, and construction-phase support activities. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior team members while supporting their professional growth. Support business development through client relationship management, proposal preparation, industry engagement, and thought leadership initiatives. Apply sound qualified judgment and take ownership of technical recommendations and project deliverables. Contribute to the continued growth of the companies code consulting practice and reputation for technical excellence. Participate in business development activities including marketing and/or educational sessions. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related discipline Minimum 5 to 8 years years of experience in building code consulting, fire protection engineering, architecture, building science, or a related field. Professional Engineer (P.
Eng.)

designation with registration in Alberta through the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), or eligibility for immediate registration, and registration or eligibility for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Strong working knowledge of the National Building Code
- Alberta Edition, with particular expertise in

Part 3 and Part 9 requirements . Experience conducting building code reviews and preparing technical reports, analyses, and compliance documentation. Experience d

📌 Building Code (Winnipeg)
🏢 J.S. Held
📍 Winnipeg