Associate - FLS

Egis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking an Associate Fire & Life Safety Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead Fire & Life Safety consultancy services across diverse projects, providing technical leadership, managing delivery, mentoring team members, and supporting business development while ensuring compliance with local and international codes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Fire/Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred), 10+ years in FLS consultancy, and strong knowledge of NFPA/IBC/IFC, UAE Fire Code, and Saudi

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of Fire & Life Safety consultancy experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, Saudi Building Code, and other relevant standards.
• Experience with performance-based fire engineering and authority approvals in the Middle East is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of Fire & Life Safety strategies, reports, and drawings.
• Manage FLS projects from concept through construction, ensuring quality, budget, and programme compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, and approving authorities.
• Lead performance-based fire engineering studies, including smoke modelling and evacuation analysis where required.
• Mentor junior engineers and undertake technical reviews.
• Support proposals, fee estimates, and business development activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, company QA/QC procedures, and industry best practices.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

Communications

Team mentoring

Commercial awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire/Mechanical Eng

Master’s preferred

Job description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting‑edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

The Associate Fire & Life Safety (FLS) Engineer will lead the delivery of Fire & Life Safety consultancy services across a range of projects, providing technical leadership, managing project delivery, mentoring team members, and supporting business development while ensuring compliance with local and international fire safety codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of Fire & Life Safety strategies, reports, and drawings.
• Manage FLS projects from concept through construction, ensuring quality, budget, and programme compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, and approving authorities.
• Lead performance‑based fire engineering studies, including smoke modelling and evacuation analysis where required.
• Mentor junior engineers and undertake technical reviews.
• Support proposals, fee estimates, and business development activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, company QA/QC procedures, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of Fire & Life Safety consultancy experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA, IBC, IFC, UAE Fire Code, Saudi Building Code, and other relevant standards.
• Experience with performance‑based fire engineering and authority approvals in the Middle East is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership
• Project and client management
• Strong communication and report writing skills (English and Arabic)
• Team mentoring and collaboration
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving

Client & Authority Liaison

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients.
• Attend client/Civil Defense meetings, workshops, and design coordination meetings.
• Liaise with Civil Defence Authorities and other approving bodies.
• Support authority submissions and address review comments.

Professional Memberships (Preferred)

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent.
• Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), SFPE, SCE or equivalent.
• NFPA CFPS, CFPE, or other relevant professional certifications are desirable.