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Code Consultant – Fire Protection

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | North York, Ontario, Canada | Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking Code Consultant – Fire Protection to support complex infrastructure projects across Canada. This role focuses on the application and interpretation of Canadian building and fire codes, with a particular emphasis on firestopping systems, fire-resistance continuity, and life safety design.

The successful candidate will support regulated projects across nuclear, defence, industrial, and other high-reliability sectors, providing practical, code-based solutions and technical leadership. Experience with nuclear codes and standards is considered a definite asset. This is a client-facing position requiring strong technical expertise, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams.

Your role

  • Provide code consulting services related to building code, fire code, and life safety compliance.
  • Lead and support firestopping strategy development, including rated assemblies, penetrations, joints, continuity of fire-resistance ratings, and installation compliance.
  • Prepare and review code reports, fire and life safety strategies, technical memoranda, and design narratives.
  • Review drawings and specifications for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Provide construction-phase support, including site reviews, field inspections, and deficiency resolution related to firestopping and life safety features.
  • Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and project management teams to resolve code-related issues.
  • Interface with clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and third-party reviewers.
  • Support business development and represent the fire protection discipline internally and externally.
  • For Senior-level candidates: provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of internal processes, technical tools, and best practices.
Cities & development Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-152569

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology, or a related discipline. Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) or eligibility for licensure is an asset.
  • 5–10 years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering or code consulting. UL Solutions Integrated System Testing Certification (CAN/ULC-S1001) is an asset. Experience producing clear, well-structured technical reports with minimal supervision. Strong working knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), National Fire Code of Canada (NFCC), and applicable provincial codes. Knowledge of relevant fire protection standards, including UL/ULC, NFPA, and CSA.
  • In-depth understanding of firestopping systems, including tested assemblies, penetration and joint systems, and installation requirements.
  • Knowledge of nuclear codes and standards is a definite asset, including CSA N293, N393, and related regulatory frameworks.
  • Ability to communicate complex code concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Strong collaboration, organization, and client engagement skills. Ability to support multi-disciplinary projects in regulated environments.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
  • Valid driver's license.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as "AtkinsRéalis") are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $90,000 - $130,000 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

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