Manager - FBS or IPS Engineering

Overview

Lead a Houston fire/industrial safety team, focusing on culture, client work, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• team leadership
• client management
• technical mentoring
• process improvement
• business development
• talent recruiting

Tasks

-Responsible for technical contributors, project managers, and is a people leader of 4 to 8 people. -Participate in business development activities such as attending local society meetings and meeting with clients; these activities will be arranged and/or supported by the Southcentral leadership team – prior business development experience is not required. -Develop innovative solutions by leveraging differences in education, personalities, skill sets, experiences, and knowledge bases within the team. -Proactively grow and broaden the skill base in their team. -Work with Team Leader to establish appropriate performance standards and have regular conversations with team members to ensure they are met. -Maintain a working knowledge of company policies, procedures, and guidelines. -Lead and mentor staff and project teams related to technical skills, project management skills and business development skills. -Ensure business processes are implemented and recommend improvements for delivering best-in-class service. -Work with leadership team to promote a positive and healthy team culture. Foster a culture of acceptance and diversity in thought. Keep staff informed of company initiatives and communications. -Maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues to deliver quality products, on time and within budget. -With the Team Leader, identify and facilitate opportunities for service line growth, helping to achieve opportunities for staff. -Use their business acumen and knowledge of the Jensen Hughes business model to guide and coach individuals to succeed. -Promote employee engagement and satisfaction by ensuring positive work environment, work-life balance, guidance towards career goals and interests, and competitive reward. -Ensure a team environment of technical and moral support that enables employees to take on challenging new projects and grow. -Work closely with the Southcentral leadership team to execute company and regional strategies. -Assist Team Leader in recruiting and retaining top talent. -Manage client expectations and relationships through clear and thoughtful communication and assist team members in doing the same. -Along with other leaders, train staff on technical, project management, and business processes and procedures.

Requirements

• 3+ years
• professional engineer
• fire protection
• houston
• organizational
• communication

What You Bring

-Recommended minimum of 3 years’ experience and demonstrated successful history in performing technical consulting work and developing and cultivating client relationships. -Professional designation desirable but not required (e.g., Professional Engineering License). -Well-rounded working knowledge of fire protection engineering fundamentals. -Successful candidates will need to reside in and/or relocate to the Houston Metro area to allow for appropriate proximity to the team necessary for successful engagement. This position is an in-office role and is not intended to include a hybrid or remote work arrangement. -Excellent organizational skills. -Excellent oral and written communications skills.

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Benefits

-Professional Growth

About Jensen Hughes

-Specializing in complex challenges involving life safety, fire protection, and security across various industries. -Expertise spans high-profile projects including airports, hospitals, and major industrial complexes. -Known for deep engineering knowledge and ability to develop innovative solutions for emergency scenarios. -Work often involves designing systems to protect lives, assets, and operations from fire, explosion, and other hazards. -In the energy sector, has worked on everything from renewable energy to nuclear power, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. -Actively involved in the development of smart cities, applying cutting-edge technology to improve infrastructure resilience. -Maintains a strong presence in both public and private sectors, serving government agencies, municipalities, and large corporations. -With offices around the world, integrates local expertise with global best practices to offer tailored solutions for clients.

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