Ingénieure / Ingénieur Senior en Protection Incendie

BPA • Laval, QC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

BPA is more than an engineering firm; it's a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With a presence across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation makes our projects shine from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work for a concrete impact, collaborating with recognized experts, and evolving in a flexible, stimulating, and forward-looking environment.

The Opportunity
At BPA, the Senior Fire Protection Engineer position is an opportunity to build something concrete and lasting. Beyond designing high-performance systems that protect lives and assets, you will actively contribute to structuring, evolving, and promoting Fire Protection expertise across the country. Under the supervision of Julien Rivard, Eng., Director – Fire Protection, you will be at the heart of major projects and strategic initiatives that will shape the future of the practice at BPA. This role will allow you to:

Directly participate in the national development of the Fire Protection Center of Expertise, influencing standards, methods, and technical directions.
Act as a technical leader and reference, supporting and growing talent.
Exert concrete influence on major technical decisions and relationships with strategic clients.
Evolve with autonomy and flexibility, with the possibility of being based in Montreal, Longueuil, Laval, or Quebec City.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Engineering.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in fire protection systems.
• Mastery of French, both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in: AutoCad, Revit, Office 365 Suite
• Versatility, autonomy, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Collaborative spirit and positive leadership to influence technical decisions and client relationships.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Excellent ability to perform technical analyses, propose innovative solutions, and solve complex problems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, establish priorities, and meet deadlines and fee budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of technicians and engineers and coordinate the efforts of various internal and external stakeholders to carry out projects for multiple sectors (institutional, office, commercial, cultural, and residential) in fire protection.
• Perform technical supervision, coordination, verification, and design of various fire protection projects.
• Ensure client satisfaction throughout the projects.
• Conduct site surveys of existing installations.
• Analyze, design, and adapt building-related installations.
• Develop new systems and improve existing ones.
• Estimate construction costs budget.

Benefits

• A collaborative culture focused on knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our achievements.
• A 37.5-hour work week, with flexible hours and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
• A hybrid teleworking policy, promoting work-life balance.
• Recognized and compensated overtime, either in a time bank or paid.
• Competitive total compensation, including a competitive salary, a comprehensive insurance plan, and a RRSP program with employer contribution.
• A structured training and professional development program, supported by our UniversiT entity, dedicated to the technical and human growth of each employee.
• A tailored mentoring program, adapted to experience levels and career paths.
• Cutting-edge technologies, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
• An "In Search of Balance" program, aimed at promoting overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior