Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering, University of New Haven
Primary Disciplines
Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering
Building Specialties
Academic, Commercial, Cultural, Healthcare, and Residential
Years of Experience
Practicing Since 1993
Certifications/Accreditations
Certified in Plumbing Design by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE)
NICET Level I Certified
State of Connecticut Firefighter I, II
Fire Instructor I
Memberships/Affiliations
American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE)
National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)
Jonathan P. Kurtz, CPD
Senior Associate, Senior Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer
Jay is a Senior Associate with more than 30 years of experience in plumbing and fire protection design and technology. He consistently brings innovative and practical designs to his projects while demonstrating strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and effective leadership. Jay excels at managing and overseeing all aspects of projects, including proposal development, design, equipment selection, and construction administration. Jay plays a key role in the firm’s computer and software training initiatives, helping to ensure that staff remain proficient in utilizing the latest industry technologies.
As Senior Plumbing and Fire ProtectionEngineer, Jay is responsible for system design and equipment selection. He collaborates closely with his colleagues across all disciplines to ensure seamless integration and successful project outcomes.
Project Experience
Art Complex Museum
Renovations
Demerec Laboratory at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Demerec Laboratory
Fairfield University Charles F. Dolan School of Business
Charles F. Dolan School of Business
Mansfield Elementary School
New Construction
Southern Connecticut State University School of Business
School of Business
Williams College Fellows Hall
Fellows Hall
Statue of Liberty Museum
New Museum Space
American Museum of Natural History
Theodore Roosevelt Rotunda & Central Park West Entrance
Fairfield University
Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies
Jewish Senior Services
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus
Mystic Seaport Museum
Thompson Exhibition Building
John Hay Library
Brown University
Far Brook School
Science & Environmental Studies and Music & Arts Buildings
Wartburg Adult Care Community
Assisted Living Facility
