Team Category: Project Managers

Andrew joins Code Red with over 30 years of experience in the fire service, including the last 3.5 years as head of the Fire Prevention Division of the Providence, RI Fire Department.  Working in that role he oversaw fire investigations, public education, inspection, code enforcement, and plan review across a wide variety of building types and occupancies including educational, industrial, nightclubs and other assemblies, business, mercantile, high-rise, and large-scale storage of gasoline, LP and LNG.  He brings to Code Red the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) perspective of construction fire safety, having witnessed many fire safety failures in his career.

What is something that colleagues and clients might not know about you?

I enjoy gardening.  I grow blueberries, black raspberries, tomatoes, peas, green beans, zucchini, winter squash, peppers, lettuce, rhubarb, various herbs, and sunflowers.

Jay has a unique and diverse background with twenty years in the design and construction industry that allows him to excel with a wide range of clients and project types.  He takes a hands-on approach to understanding building systems and working through complex issues.  By appreciating the interests and viewpoints of all stakeholders, he focuses on partnering and problem solving to achieve efficient and effective results.

In addition to his technical prowess, Jay’s operations and project management background allow him to provide an immediate positive impact to Code Red’s growing team. Prior to joining the firm, Jay was an Associate Principal / Senior Project Manager at WB Engineers+Consultants in Boston, MA. He is licensed as a Fire Protection Engineer and LEED AP accredited. Jay holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Fire Protection Engineering from WPI.

What is something that colleagues and clients might not know about you? 

I love the outdoors, and do as many outdoors sports and activities as I can squeeze in.

George has over twenty five years of experience in fire alarm and security systems as a licensed technician performing inspections, service, commissioning, and project management. His background includes educational, healthcare, correctional and military installations. Many of these involved the integration of mass notification and other communications systems. George applies the integration of hardware and software to develop overall life safety system solution that meets needs of a facility in a seamless and intuitive manner.

What is something that colleagues and clients might not know about you?

I enjoy operating a Tucker groomer for the local snowmobile club during the winter months and spending time on the ocean during the summer.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

Transforming a system design from two dimensions to a functioning system in in a finished building.

A fire protection and life safety consultant, Kyle is motivated to provide solutions that meet client goals and exceed expectations. He is eager to learn about the fire protection field and enjoys the fast-paced and experienced environment that Code Red Consultants provides. Kyle is involved in a variety of Code Red Consultant’s professional service offerings, including fire suppression and alarm system design, smoke control special inspections, construction fire safety, and hazardous materials consulting.

What do you love most about your job?

I enjoy the dynamic atmosphere of the fire protection field, especially related to construction projects and new development.

Janna is a fire protection and life safety consultant who enjoys the challenge of assisting stakeholders with finding unique solutions that address their specific needs and desires. She specializes in hazardous materials and has experience conducting chemical analyses and developing design approaches for chemical facilities. Janna also has experience performing existing building evaluations, reviewing design drawings, and developing life safety plans.

Prior to joining Code Red Consultants, Janna worked in codes and standards development where she was responsible for overseeing documents primarily involving flammable and combustible liquids. Janna enjoys working in a field that spans such a wide range of industries and is grateful to work with such a knowledgeable team, from whom she continues to learn every day.

What is something that colleagues and clients might not know about you?

I am an avid salsa dancer. I teach and perform with several dance teams in the Boston area, and have even traveled to Europe to perform.

Zach has over five years of experience and brings a client-focused approach to his role at Code Red Consultants.. He is highly experienced in building information modeling (BIM) software, and his technical ability is commended by colleagues and clients alike. He strives to create clear and concise deliverables on technical topics that quickly address his client’s questions and concerns. Zach’s project experience includes smoke control modeling, inspection work, and code consulting throughout the design process. He has a particular interest and expertise in fire protection and life safety consulting for healthcare clients.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

It’s extremely rewarding to know that my job has a real impact on keeping the occupants of a building safe. This is especially true for healthcare facilities and patients who are unable to take care of themselves in an emergency. Fires and other incidents unfortunately happen, and it is gratifying that my work can help mitigate damage or injury in those events.

As a fire protection consultant, Lea is responsible for performing fire and life safety evaluations, facilitating drawing reviews, and developing code-compliance strategies for both new and existing buildings. She enjoys collaborating with architects, clients, contractors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction to engineer resolutions for complex fire protection and life safety issues. Lea’s experience includes conducting life safety assessments, designing fire alarm systems, managing performance-based egress design projects, and executing smoke control testing plans for natural and exhaust type smoke control systems. Her project work has spanned healthcare, hospitality, business, and detention facilities. Prior to joining Code Red Consultants, Lea served as a life safety officer for a large healthcare institution where she was responsible for multiple facets of life safety and regulatory compliance.

With an academic background in electrical engineering and fire protection, Lea applies her expertise to her professional interests in fire alarm design and electrical life safety. She excels at providing attentive and responsive client service with a keen eye for details and effective project management. Always open to learning new skills, Lea enjoys that the fire protection engineering profession is fluid and constantly evolving as we learn more about the mechanics of the construction world and further our study in fire research.

What do you love most about your job?

I love that I work with a group of people who have the same goals and aspirations for the fire protection industry that I do. We all truly care about the work we’re doing. Working in an industry focused on the safety of others is the most rewarding part of my job and why I originally got into the field.

A passionate and focused fire protection and life safety consultant, Kevin is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that address the needs of all stakeholders involved in a project. He enjoys the work process of strategizing with the project team to develop innovative performance-based design solutions that meet unique code compliance challenges. He takes pride in his work and is dedicated to providing attentive and responsive client service. Kevin’s professional interests include construction fire safety, smoke control special inspections, fire alarm system design/review, and life safety.

What do you love most about your job?

Being hands-on in the field, interacting and meeting with clients and then collaborating with the project team to devise solutions to their challenges.

Joe enjoys assisting owners, architects, and contractors with developing an overall fire protection and life safety approach that optimizes building design to mitigate risk and loss of life and property. With that goal in mind, he specializes in third-party review of active and passive fire protection systems, including sprinkler and fire alarm/detection system designs and inspection of firestop and fire-resistant joint systems.

He is skilled at the evaluation of prescriptive-based compliance with local, state, and federal codes as well as the development of performance-based alternative approaches for unique fire protection and life safety situations. Joe’s deep knowledge of applicable fire protection and life safety codes allow him to develop novel approaches that meet the needs of clients. His portfolio includes projects for higher education, transportation facilities including airports, large assembly spaces, healthcare, high-rise buildings, hazardous materials, and mixed-use buildings.

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

Making the world a safer place.