Associate Director, Fire & Life Safety — Design Leadership

Beeby Anderson Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in construction is seeking an Associate Director for Fire & Life Safety in Dubai. This role involves technical leadership, project management, and client engagement to ensure safety and design excellence. Candidates should have over 20 years of experience in major projects, a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, and exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills. The position offers a chance to innovate within a dynamic team and drive design excellence in complex projects.

Qualifications

• 20+ years’ experience including mega projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations.
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers in Fire & Life Safety discipline.
• Take ownership of multiple projects simultaneously from conception to completion.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Project Management

Client Engagement

Risk Assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Industry-standard design software

Job description

A global leader in construction is seeking an Associate Director for Fire & Life Safety in Dubai. This role involves technical leadership, project management, and client engagement to ensure safety and design excellence. Candidates should have over 20 years of experience in major projects, a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, and exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills. The position offers a chance to innovate within a dynamic team and drive design excellence in complex projects.