Director Fire & Life Safety
About The Position
CodeGreen is seeking a highly experienced Director of Director of Fire and Life Safety to lead and grow our fire and life-safety consulting practice. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys both technical problem-solving and building a business. The Director will serve as lead consultant on fire protection systems and FDNY regulatory compliance, while also helping to expand the service line, develop key client relationships, and manage and grow a high-performing team. This role combines in-the-weeds project work with the opportunity to shape and scale a key offering within a successful and growing organization.
Requirements
- 10+ years experience in fire alarm systems, fire protection engineering, or related life safety work
- Deep familiarity with FDNY permitting, inspection, and regulatory processes
- Strong knowledge of NYC Fire Code and Building Code
- Experience working directly with FDNY plan examiners and inspectors
- Ability to read and interpret fire protection drawings, and technical documents
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Nice To Haves
- NICET Level IV in Fire Alarm Systems
- PE (Fire Protection) or related engineering license
- PMP or similar project management certification
- Experience supporting TCO and final CO sign-offs
- Background in large-scale commercial or high-rise projects
Responsibilities
- Help define and execute the growth strategy for CodeGreen’s Fire & Life Safety consulting services
- Build and mentor a team of expediters, inspectors, and project managers
- Develop and improve scalable processes and operating standards for the division
- Contribute to business development, including identifying new opportunities and supporting client relationships
- Act as lead consultant on fire protection systems and FDNY regulatory compliance projects
- Advise clients on approvals, inspections, and navigating complex compliance challenges
- Support fire alarm consulting, pre-inspections, and coordination of FDNY inspections
- Guide FDNY filings, permitting, and expediting efforts
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners to ensure compliance milestones are met
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and Insurance (health dental, etc.) with employer contributions.
- Ten paid holidays, competitive PTO program, and paid Parental Leave!
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Educational and professional membership dues reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
