Principal Engineer FLS - Dubai

Ramboll; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Dubai is looking for a Principal Fire Life Safety Engineer with over 15 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing fire safety aspects of building projects, applying important codes and standards, and conducting risk assessments. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering and relevant certifications from NFPA. This role offers a full-time position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 15 years experience in fire life and safety engineering.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and UAE Fire Life Safety Code of Practice.
• Proven track record in fire safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage building projects concerning fire life safety.
• Apply relevant codes and standards for compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments related to fire safety.

Skills

Fire Protection Systems strategy

Smoke modeling

Fire evacuation strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering or equivalent

Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) from NFPA

Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) from NFPA

Job description

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Principal Fire Life Safety Engineer include the following:

• Manage building projects (with respect to fire life and safety) from concept design through to completion and handover.
• The application of codes and standards to FLS and loss prevention.
• Carry our risk assessments with respect to fire safety fire egress points and travel distances and work collaboratively to mitigate such risks.
• Review the Architectural drawings in terms of FLS requirements.
• Collaborate with architects consultants and project teams.
• Knowledge of CFD smoke modelling particularly in underground buildings.
• Develop performancebased fire engineering strategies.

Qualifications

Experience

• Ideally the candidate would have not less than 15 years experience in a fire life and safety
• Engineering role covering buildings tunnels and master planning fire life safety.
• Proven track record in Fire Protection Systems strategy and design.
• Knowledge and understanding of smoke modelling and fire evacuation strategies.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Fire Engineering (or equivalent).
• Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) from NFPA.
• Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) from NFPA.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of various fire standards and codes including: NFPA Codes such as and not limited to NFPA 1 NFPA 101 NFPA 5000 NFPA 12 13 NFPA 70& NFPA 72.
• UAE Fire Life Safety Code of Practice.
• Saudi Building CodeGeneral SBC 201.
• Saudi Building Code for Fire Protection SBC 801.

Additional Information

Ramboll in Middle East Asia Pacific and Africa

Ramboll has more than 1500 experts working across 15 offices in the Middle East Asia Pacific and Africa. We are present in Dubai Doha Saudi Arabia Quarter the United Arab Emirates China India Malaysia Hong Kong Australia New Zealand Singapore and South Africa. Our experts are applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings Transport Planning & Urban Design Water Environment & Health and Energy. Founded in Denmark Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open collaborative and empowering culture.

Welcome to our HighRise Buildings division

As one of the top 10 building designers in the world Ramboll works on more than 10000 building projects each year. 5000 experts across the world specialize in creating more innovative sustainable and livable buildings. We place particular emphasis on our livable buildings concept where we balance the cultural social and physical values of buildings to improve the quality of life for building users.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV cover letter and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role and when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Fulltime