Fire & Life Safety Specialist

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

As a Fire & Life Safety Specialist for Hines, you will ensure building safety by managing fire prevention programs, overseeing system maintenance (alarms, sprinklers), conducting inspections and drills, training staff, enforcing local and client code compliance, and coordinating emergency responses, acting as the liaison during actual fires to protect life and property. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Ensure client Fire and Life Safety programs and regulatory requirements are adhered to.
• Review Site Specific Safety Plans, FLS Surveys & Checklists.
• Conduct FLS inspections and investigations at both locations.
• Manage and operate the client FLS website.
• Develop and implement FLS procedures, providing oversight, guidance, training and support for facility managers and engineers.
• Work with project teams in relation to FLS infrastructures and equipment.
• Provide FLS advisory and input for new and existing construction projects.
• Manage emergency response preparedness through development and implementation of plans, procedures, and evacuation protocols.
• Assist with Emergency Drill planning and post-drill analysis.
• Manage recruitment and training of fire Wardens and first aiders, ensuring compliance with local legal requirements and client requirements.
• Manage FLS incidents and conduct fire incident investigations to determine root causes and identify preventive measures.
• Oversee Fire and Life Safety issue reporting, logging, tracking, and resolution, resolve open issues.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Five or more years experience with a deep understanding of fire codes, life safety systems, and risk management
• Ability to train, motivate, and direct personnel and volunteers (wardens, teams).
• Excellent written and verbal skills for reporting, training, and interacting with staff, public, and local fire department.
• Strong problem-solving to assess risks and investigate incidents.

Closing

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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