Career Opportunities

Project Manager – Baltimore, MD

Hughes Associates, Inc., a nationally respected fire protection engineering and code consulting firm, is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a Project Manager position in our Environmental Group.  The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for directing and overseeing the operations and administration of the assigned project/program as well as overall responsibility for monitoring the performance and progress against documented objectives and managing to the established budget.   
Responsibilities:

• Use project management expertise in providing overall direction for all project management deliverables including scope management, quality management, resource management, schedule management, risk management, and communications management.
• Develop and implement complete project schedules to ensure required dates are met.
• Manage adherence to Project Management standards related to project processes, best practices, methodology and procedures; i.e., billing, change control, reporting, etc.
• Consistently meet documented deadlines and objectives.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain all project documentation, including meeting agendas, meeting minutes and action item lists, charters, project plans, project schedules, risk registers, communications plans, design documents, test documents, deployment and rollback checklists.

Key Skills:

• An experienced team leader with critical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent MS skills in Excel, Word, Visio, and Project Management software
• Strong planning and organization skills / attention to detail
• Excellent written, verbal, and personal communication skills
• Work group facilitation Conflict resolution
• Independent and collaborative decision-making skills working closely with existing office leadership team and supporting staff
• Ability to multi-task and safely execute ongoing activities
• Ability to delegate and mentor staff resources

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical/scientific discipline and 7-10 years experience
• DoD Secret Security clearance required
• Experience in management of small teams (3 – 4 people)
• Knowledge and experience in government contracting procedures a must
• COR training a plus

We are looking for an individual who can work independently, enjoy professional challenges and who wants to be an integral part of the long-term growth of the Environmental group. 

Hughes offers excellent salary and bonus opportunities, an outstanding benefits program, and profit and 401(k) plans.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Fire Inspector – Northern Virginia

Hughes Associates, Inc. (HAI) is seeking a qualified Fire Inspector to augment our services for a specific site in Northern Virginia.  Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills and must be knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office products.   

Tasks include:

• Conduct technical inspections of buildings and property to verify that exits, fire protection equipment and systems, building construction, interior finishes and decorations, and occupant load, conform to applicable fire and safety laws, regulations, and standards. 
• Prepare reports of violations or unsafe conditions.
• Keep files of inspection records.

Hughes offers excellent salary and bonus opportunities, and a competitive benefits program which includes 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and disability plans.  Hughes also offers a Company-paid 401(k) contribution of 10% of salary.  Interested candidates should submit resumes to erosenbaum@haifire.com.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Fire Protection Engineer – San Diego, CA

The San Diego, CA office is seeking an entry- to mid-level Fire Protection Engineer to augment our growing operations in the San Diego Area.  Candidates should have a degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related engineering discipline with fire protection experience.
As a member of our team you may:

• Design fire protection systems including fire alarm, sprinkler and special hazard systems.
• Plan and direct engineering activities for your own projects.
• Conduct Building and Fire Code reviews and analyses.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.
• Assist in business development activities.

This position requires experience in design of fire suppression and alarm systems, a strong understanding of NFPA codes, building codes, and hazards assessment. Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills. They should also have an ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills. Excellent computer skills are essential.  A Professional Engineering license in Fire Protection is desirable.

If you are an individual who enjoys professional challenges, can work independently, and who would like to be an integral part of the growth of the San Diego area office, we would like to hear from you.

Hughes offers an excellent salary opportunity and a competitive benefits program which includes 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and disability plans.  Hughes also offers a Company-paid 401(k) contribution of 10% of salary.

Interested candidates should forward resumes to David Bhuta at dbhuta@haifire.com

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Sr. Engineer and Project Manager – Los Angeles Area Office

Hughes Associates is seeking licensed professionals to staff our expanding Los Angeles area office.  Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of experience which includes a combination of Code Consulting and Fire Protection System Design.

Position requirements include:

• PE Registration with  Fire Protection experience
• Project management experience
• Consulting Engineering experience a plus
• Los Angeles Area market experience a plus

Responsibilities will include the management and implementation of a wide variety of engineering design and consulting projects.  Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.  They should also have an ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills. Promotion to a management role is possible.

We are looking for individuals who can work independently, enjoy professional challenges and who want to be an integral part of the long-term growth of Hughes Associates, Inc.  HAI offers an excellent salary opportunity with a salary range of $100K-$140K.  Additionally, there are bonus opportunities and a competitive benefits program which includes 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and disability plans.  Hughes also offers a Company-paid 401(k) contribution of 10% of salary.

Interested candidates should forward resumes to Dave Boswell at dboswell@haifire.com.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Fire Protection Engineer – San Ramon, CA

Hughes Associates, Inc. is seeking an entry- to mid-level Fire Protection Engineer for the San Ramon office to augment growing operations in the San Francisco Bay Area.  Candidates should have a degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related engineering discipline with fire protection experience.

As a member of our team you may:

• Design fire protection systems including fire alarm, sprinkler and special hazard systems.
• Plan and direct engineering activities for your own projects.
• Conduct Building and Fire Code reviews and analyses.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.

This position requires experience in design of fire suppression and alarm systems, a strong understanding of NFPA codes, building codes, and hazards assessment.  Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.  They should also have an ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills . Excellent computer skills are essential.

We are looking for individuals who can work independently, enjoy professional challenges and who want to be an integral part of the long-term growth of the San Francisco Bay area office.

Hughes offers excellent salary and bonus opportunities, an outstanding benefits program, and profit and 401(k) plans.  Interested candidates should forward resumes to Bob Wheeler at rwheeler@haifire.com.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Sr. Engineer and Project Manager – San Ramon, CA

The San Ramon branch of Hughes Associates, Inc. is seeking licensed professionals to staff our expanding San Francisco Bay area office.  Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of experience which includes a combination of Code Consulting and Fire Protection System Design.

Position requirements include:

• PE Registration with Fire Protection experience
• Project management experience
• Consulting Engineering experience a plus
• San Francisco Bay Area market experience a plus

Responsibilities will include the management and implementation of a wide variety of engineering design and consulting projects.  Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.  They should also have an ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills.

We are looking for individuals who can work independently, enjoy professional challenges and who want to be an integral part of the long-term growth of Hughes Associates, Inc. HAI offers excellent salary and bonus opportunities, and a competitive benefits program which includes 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and disability plans.  Hughes also offers a Company-paid 401(k) contribution of 10% of salary.

Interested candidates should forward resumes to Bob Wheeler at rwheeler@haifire.com.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Fire Protection Engineer - Denver, CO

The Denver office is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer/Project Manager to augment the growing operations in Colorado.  Candidates should be a registered Fire Protection Engineer with proven project management and fire protection engineering experience. 
As a member of our team you will:

• Plan and direct engineering activities for your own projects.
• Conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses.
• Design fire protection systems including fire alarm, sprinkler and special hazard systems.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.

Experience in code consulting, design of fire suppression and alarm systems, and developing performance-based strategies in a project design environment is required.  Successful candidates will have excellent report writing and interpersonal skills.  They should also have the ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies and have good communication and negotiating skills.

We are looking for individuals who can work independently, enjoy professional challenges and who want to be an integral part of the long-term growth of the Denver area office.  This is an excellent opportunity for qualified engineers to develop their career with one of the leading international fire protection engineering firms with offices throughout the United States.

Hughes offers excellent salary and bonus opportunities, and a competitive benefits program which includes 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and disability plans. Hughes also offers a Company-paid 401(k) contribution of 10% of salary.  Interested candidates should submit resumes to adenison@haifire.com.

Hughes Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.