Fire Protection Project Leader | Industrial Systems PM

NAFFCO Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFFCO Careers in Dubai seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of industrial fire protection projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfaction. You will coordinate engineering, procurement and site teams, manage schedules and budgets, review drawings and permits, and maintain strong client and subcontractor relations to achieve timely handovers.

Prerequisites include a degree in engineering, PM certification preferred, and a proven track record in fire

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex technical projects, ideally within Fire Protection, Construction, or industrial safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of Fire Detection, Suppression, Alarm, and Emergency Shutdown systems.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools (MS Project, Primavera).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation including P&IDs, equipment layouts, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle for Fire Protection Systems, from planning to commissioning and handover.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, procurement, and site installation personnel.
• Manage project risks, identify issues, and resolve technical/logistical challenges.
• Maintain close communication with clients, provide progress reports, and manage change requests as required.
• Ensure documentation, permits, and certifications are obtained and reviewed.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to manage quality, delivery schedules, and overall performance.

Skills

Project Management

Fire Protection Systems

MS Project

Primavera

P&ID interpretation

Risk Management

Education

Engineering degree

PM certification desirable

PRINCE2 or PMP

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

NAFFCO Careers in Dubai seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of industrial fire protection projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfaction. You will coordinate engineering, procurement and site teams, manage schedules and budgets, review drawings and permits, and maintain strong client and subcontractor relations to achieve timely handovers.

Prerequisites include a degree in engineering, PM certification preferred, and a proven track record in fire