Project Assessor - FLS

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Adheres to a Safety-First mindset in all actions.
• Collections detailed asset data collection and performs condition assessment observations of client site FLS systems, equipment, and components for the purpose of identifying significant physical deficiencies, operability, and adherence to compliance with NFPA, NEC, and local building codes.
• Performs functional testing and verification of Fire Life Safety systems, including fire alarms, smoke detectors, suppression systems, strobes, pull stations, emergency lighting, and mass notification systems in accordance with NFPA 72, 101, and applicable local codes.
• Collects detailed asset data collection and performs condition assessment observations of client site structural, mechanical, and electrical equipment, and components for the purpose of identifying significant physical deficiencies and operability in accordance to recognized and generally accepted good engineering practice.
• Executes acceptance testing, load testing, and system integration testing to validate electrical infrastructure performance against design specifications and commissioning requirements.
• Utilizes specialized testing equipment (e.g., multimeters, insulation resistance testers, power analyzers, infrared cameras, and circuit tracers) to diagnose and document system performance.
• Maintains thorough documentation of test results, non-conformance issues, and resolution tracking for closeout and commissioning reports.
• Conducts technical validation and auditing of major material handling conveyance equipment, new and existing, for maintenance and operability in manufacturing environments.
• Supports commissioning and re-commissioning of MEP systems in new construction, retrofit, and mission-critical environments.
• Participates in integrated systems testing (IST) to verify coordinated operation between fire alarm, mechanical shutdown, emergency power, and building automation systems.
• Utilizes experience with using a CMMS program for documenting work orders, storeroom inventory usage, and asset identification.
• Prepares detailed testing protocols, procedures, and reports to document findings, identify deficiencies, and support corrective actions.
• Interfaces with contractors, engineers, and client representatives during witness testing, punch walks, and system turnover activities.
• Ensures all testing procedures adhere to safety regulations, project standards, and applicable codes (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, NETA, etc.).
• Prepares detailed reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends found at project site.
• Conducts interviews with the client in order to provide the highest level of service pertaining to building and equipment systems and operations.
• Reviews repair/improvement costs incurred by tenants/ownership along with the following documents (if available): certificate(s) of occupancy, maintenance reports and logs, Building and Fire Department inspection reports, and warranty information.
• Maintains project-by-project communication with Lead and Senior Project Manager and keeps them informed of any actual or potential problems, including access or delivery issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school, technical college, or vocational school preferred.
• Fire Science related degree highly preferred.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience with Fire Life Safety systems, mechanical/electrical infrastructure, or commissioning in commercial, institutional, or industrial facilities.
• Field experience in acceptance and integrated systems testing of critical systems such as switchgear, ATS, UPS, emergency generators, and MHE.
• NICET certification (any level I through V) in Fire Alarm Systems (FAS), Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems (ITFAS), or certification in Electrical Power Testing highly preferred.
• Workable knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), including their interaction with FLS and MEP systems.
• Journeyman credentials in mechanical or electrical disciplines are a plus.