Represent the fiscal interests for GSA on issues concerning codes and standards.
Achieve an acceptable level of safety by developing and consulting on GSA’s fire protection engineering policy and practices related to new construction and building renovation projects.
Develop Fire Protection research initiatives to minimize safety risks and to ensure state-of-the-art, cost-effective fire protection and life safety features in our buildings.
Liaison with public- and private-sector associations (e.g., AIA, BOMA, Federal Fire Forum, etc.) to address similar code and safety issues that impact all parties to achieve an acceptable level of safety at best value.
Provide technical advice to project manager teams involved in new construction and renovation projects to manage risk appropriately.
Ensure that consistent and appropriate fire protection requirements are included in all design guides and related policies to support mission continuity, etc.
Develop and promote GSA policy, business practices, guides and regulations to positively affect GSA building construction and renovation projects.
Develop a “knowledge center” for codes and standards to maximize limited resources.