Fire Protection and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Consultant
Company Overview
At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. We are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy we have advanced with pride since 1939. Our expertise extends across related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting to emergency management and digital innovation.
We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity, and professional growth fundamentally includes a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Job Overview
Jensen Hughes Colorado Springs is offering an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to support our Wildfire Risk Mitigation, Fire + Emergency Services, and Fire & Building Safety work. The preferred candidate will be a skilled technical writer, enjoy public engagement, and have a solid understanding of risk/hazard and traditional Fire & Building Safety elements.
Responsibilities
- Perform and lead wildfire risk mitigation activities as part of project team.
- Conduct building, fire/wildfire code and planning reviews and analyses.
- Learn/conduct fire/wildfire behavior modelling.
- Manage and implement engineering design and wildfire consulting projects.
- Develop fire protection strategies and performance-based design approaches.
- Conduct emergency evacuation and communication planning.
- Evaluate healthy forests and land resource management assessments.
- Evaluate utility wildfire hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities.
- Undertake wildfire environmental assessments.
- Produce GIS mapping and geospatial analysis products.
- Prepare wildfire protection planning and risk mitigation strategy reports.
- Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.
- Undertake community outreach programs as part of wildfire protection plans.
- Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget to satisfy client needs.
- Prepare and peer review project-related technical reports.
- Communicate effectively with project team members and clients.
- Desire to conduct public and trade organization presentations.
Requirements and Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in code consulting, wildfire/fire behavior modeling, risk mitigation strategy development, environmental reviews, urban planning, or related fields.
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Urban Planning, Emergency Management, Environmental Sciences/Engineering, or related field.
- Registered Professional Engineer or other professional designation preferred.
- Proven experience working with Codes and Standards applicable to design discipline.
- Excellent report writing, oral communication, and presentation skills.
- Experience in developing building code concepts and conducting field reviews/inspections.
- Ability to work independently and interact with industry professionals and jurisdictional authorities.
Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
National Pay Range: $86,000 - $129,000 USD
Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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