Senior Fire Protection Engineer

BPA is more than an engineering firm — it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.

The opportunity

At BPA, the Senior Fire Protection Enginee r role is an opportunity to build something meaningful and lasting.

Beyond designing high performance systems that protect lives and assets, you will play an active role in structuring, advancing, and elevating BPA’s fire protection expertise across the country. Reporting to Julien Rivard, P.Eng., Director – Fire Protection, you will be at the heart of large scale projects and strategic initiatives that will shape the future of the practice at BPA. This role will allow you to:

• Play a direct role in the national development of the Fire Protection Centre of Expertise, influencing standards, methodologies, and technical direction.
• Act as a technical leader and trusted reference, supporting and developing emerging talent.
• Have a tangible impact on major technical decisions and relationships with strategic clients.
• Work with autonomy and flexibility, with the option to be based in Montréal, Longueuil, Laval, or Québec City

Your daytoday impact

• Lead teams of technicians and engineers and coordinate efforts among internal and external stakeholders to deliver fire protection projects across multiple sectors (institutional, office, commercial, cultural, and residential).
• Provide technical supervision, coordination, review, and design for a wide range of fire protection projects.
• Ensure client satisfaction throughout all project phases.
• Conduct site surveys of existing installations.
• Analyze, design, and adapt buildingrelated systems.
• Develop new systems and improve existing ones.
• Prepare and evaluate construction cost estimates.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Engineering.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in fire protection systems.
• Proficiency in spoken and written French.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office 365.
• Versatile, autonomous, and comfortable communicating.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Collaborative mindset and positive leadership to influence technical decisions and client relationships.
• Ability to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Strong technical analysis skills, with the ability to propose innovative solutions and solve complex problems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet schedules and fee budgets.

Build your career with us and enjoy…

• A culture built on collaboration , knowledge sharing , talent development, and the quality of our work.
• A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
• A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
• Overtime hours that are recognized and compensated , either through time off in lieu or paid compensation.
• A competitive total compensation package , including a market-driven salary, a comprehensive group insurance plan, and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
• A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT , our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
• A tailored mentorship program designed according to each employee’s experience level and career path.
• Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
• The “ Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any stage of the selection process.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.

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