Associate Principal Fire Protection Engineering

Do you want to work for one of the top engineering firms in the country

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience technical expertise and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures advanced analysis performance & code consulting and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States SGHs industryleading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of whats possible.

We want someone passionate about technical leadership and business development.

SGH is seeking a Principallevel leader to participate in the growth and development of its Fire Engineering Division within the Engineering Mechanics and Infrastructure (EMI) Group in the Washington DC office.

SGHs Fire Engineering Division is expanding the reach of its current technical strengths to grow in new practice areas. As part of this process SGH seeks to employ a nationally recognized technical expert with a proven business track record who will assist in perpetuating the Fire Engineering Divisions success by advancing our growth vision.

SGHs Fire Engineering Division provides leadingedge technology and performancebased engineering in a variety of code consulting and fire life safety services that are directly responsive to projectbased client needs. The SGH Principal candidate will have technical expertise in the application of subject matter such as fire dynamics structural fire engineering computational fluid dynamics risk and reliability forensics and materials science to the evaluation design and repair of complex buildings and structures.

The Principal will develop business and deliver projects through client relationships strategic marketing project management and technical expertise. He/she will market organize coordinate and execute project assignments of various sizes which leverage the engineering skillsets of SGH personnel. This individual will lead support mentor and train staff and will work in a team atmosphere that fosters technological achievement business development and collaboration with other SGH practice areas while emphasizing a highquality product. SGH Principals play key roles on professional committees and frequently contribute to journals and other technical publications.

Currently the Fire Engineering Division has a presence in Boston MA New York NY and southern California (Los Angeles /Orange County). The candidate would join SGH in Washington DC and be based out of the existing SGH office. Although the position is based in Washington DC there are no geographical boundaries restricting the reach of the successful candidate. The Fire Engineering Division works collectively across all locations to deliver projects nationally. The Fire Engineering Division has the benefit of access to SGHs national team of experts including highend analysts structural engineers material scientists chemists petrographers wood technologists and architects. The firm has an advanced inhouse structural and materials laboratory and powerful computing capability.

What Youll Need:

• Preferred Master of Science Master of Engineering or Doctorate in Fire Protection Engineering or related field required
• 15 years of professional experience in fire protection engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience with and a desire to conduct leadingedge work and leading projects requiring creativity in finding and communicating solutions outside the standard
• Excellent track record of recognized technical excellence and market leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong client relationships and a substantial revenue base.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a commitment to developing highlevel talent.
• Participation in professional society activities and publishing papers.
• Experience as an accomplished public speaker.
• SGH prides itself on its standards of ethics and honesty; candidates must view these qualities as paramount

What makes careers at SGH so special

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator committed to advancing ourselves our teams and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is but always seeks what could be.

There are many reasons to love SGH.

• Our Work:Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
• Our People:We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Our Commitment:We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
• Our Contribution:We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with companypaid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles strong relationships and future prosperity.

Anticipated annual base salary: $187200 $239200. This range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidates experience qualifications and work location.

Base salary is a part of SGHs industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary pay for extra hours worked an annual discretionary bonus program generous paid time off and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGHs Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

Benefits Overview:

SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation time Sick leave Holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
• Health Insurance (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Short and LongTerm Disability (company paid)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Fertility Family Forming and Hormonal Health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pretax Commuter Benefit
• AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
• Legal & Identity Theft plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability please email .