Project Manager - Fire Protection - Omaha
About The Position
ME Engineers is a global architectural engineering firm whose Fire Protection group provides engineering and consulting services for sprinkler, standpipe, fire pump, fire alarm and detection, and special hazard suppression systems, as well as life safety evaluations and code consulting. The firm is expanding its fire protection practice and seeks ambitious, experienced professionals who are passionate about fire protection and their careers, share its Client First vision, work as part of a team, and value long-term relationships. The Project Manager - Fire Protection will contribute to projects across commercial, hospitality, healthcare, aviation, higher education, and other markets, supporting work from design through construction completion. The role includes developing design documentation and calculations, supporting permitting and bidding, coordinating with clients and project teams, and performing construction administration and field observations.
Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience is considered.
- Experience designing water-based fire protection systems, including sprinkler, standpipe, and fire pump systems.
- Proficiency with Revit, Revit MEP/BIM coordination, and AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of applicable building codes, NFPA standards including NFPA 13, 14, and 20, hydraulic calculations, and water supply evaluations.
- Experience in the AEC industry, including construction administration and field observations.
- Experience supporting complex projects in healthcare, hospitality, aviation, higher education, large assembly, or similar markets.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- NICET certification, EIT certification, or PE license.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing drawings, specifications, narratives, and engineering calculations.
- Support project deliverables through permitting, bidding, and construction phases.
- Perform construction administration, including submittal and RFI reviews.
- Conduct site visits and document field observations.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Participate in project meetings and client communications.
- Contribute to projects across commercial, hospitality, healthcare, aviation, higher education, and other markets.
- Support projects from design through construction completion.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Bonus potential based on company performance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid health insurance for employees
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Professional membership reimbursement
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Flexible and hybrid work options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
