FLS Compliance Auditor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Perform internal Fire Life Safety audits for Hyatt properties.

• Ensure property compliance with Hyatt’s minimum FLS standards and local regulatory requirements, while overseeing adaptations and modifications during the installation of FLS systems.

• Collaborate with Development, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify and address FLS gaps.

• Monitor project timelines, manage construction documentation, and verify project completion. Provide technical support to design and construction teams during pre-opening to align with Hyatt’s “gold standard” FLS practices.

• Stay updated on emerging technologies, national codes, and best practices for automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, life safety, and smoke control.

• Work with external Fire Marshals and local authorities as required to ensure joint sign-off and compliance approval.

• Create and maintain consistent internal auditing templates, checklists, and reporting standards.

• Identify systemic issues, trends, or recurring FLS nonconformities and communicate these insights to Global Risk and Engineering leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in fire protection system inspections, or a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering along with at least 5 years of experience in Fire and Life Safety inspection, audit, or compliance roles (preferably in hospitality, construction, or facilities).

• Solid understanding of the International Building Code (IBC) and the National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA).

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Experience with FLS Plan Review is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual allotment of complimentary hotel stays at Hyatt properties globally.

• Flexible working hours.

• Work-life benefits, including wellbeing initiatives such as a free Headspace subscription and discounts at the on-site fitness center.

• A global family assistance policy offering paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child, along with financial support for adoption.

• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401K plan with company matching.