Fire Alarm Designer, Markham

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Your Opportunity Stantec is looking for a Fire Alarm Designer in our Markham office. This role will be focused on the delivery of various fire alarm projects and may include design of special suppression systems; Fire Code analyses, Fire Hazard Assessments, and system testing/commissioning. The successful candidate will work in a team environment, working closely with both junior and senior staff to deliver projects, and will have the opportunity to deal directly with clients for proposals and delivery of projects. The position will involve the application of fire and life safety principles to fire alarm systems design projects as well as the assessment of existing systems. The position requires the ability to assess conditions of existing systems, analyze performance and Code conformance, prepare written reports with cost estimates, complete design calculations for fire alarm systems, complete drawings and specifications, undertake site review and verification of systems, and advise clients on recommended fire alarm system features. In addition to fire alarm design, the position may also involve the application of provincial and national building and fire codes, standards, and best practice guidelines related to the storage, use and handling of hazardous materials.

Your Key Responsibilities

Design fire alarm systems including detection, clean agent and other related systems

Assess fire and life safety performance of new and existing building fire protection systems using applicable Codes and Standards

Prepare technical reports

Draft fire alarm systems and details using AutoCAD or, alternatively, mark up design concepts using Bluebeam Revu

Ability to model fire alarm systems using AutoDesk REVIT

Complete design calculations as per local code and standards including but not limited to the building and fire codes, ULC, NFPA, etc.

Participate in design reviews, shop drawings reviews, construction site visits and verifications for various fire protection systems

Conduct site audits of fire protection systems performance, as-built conditions, and Code conformance

Review contract documents, including drawings and specifications for Code conformance

Participate on project teams including other fire protection personnel, contractors and other technical disciplines for successful project delivery; Investigate, advise, and solve unusual design problems

Conduct site visits to gather data on existing conditions and review construction

Prepare Reports and Other Technical Communication

Work with project teams including other staff, other technical disciplines and contractors for successful project delivery

Assist in the preparation of project proposals and liaise with clients

Self‑motivated, problem‑solving and solution‑oriented, high level of accountability

Organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks on multiple projects

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong customer service commitment

Excellent communication and written skills in English

Professional attitude with a strong commitment to succeed

Ability to develop clients and grow consulting business opportunities

Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and persuasively

Demonstrated ability to manage projects and communicate with clients, authorities and contractors

Education and Experience Diploma in fire protection engineering technology; may also consider Diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering technology with the relevant set of experience.

Minimum 4 years of relevant experience, consulting experience preferred; however, design experience in a Contractor/vendor environment may be considered.

Experience in fire alarm system design, or related systems design

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA&Ottawa Ontario-$61,900.00 - $86,700.00 Annually

Primary Location: Canada | ON | Markham

Organization: 1610 Buildings-CA Ontario GTA-Markham ON

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 01/04/2026 09:04:59

Req ID: 1005149

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