Fire System Engineer

Johnson Controls Arabia, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls Arabia, Inc. is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Project Manager in Saudi Arabia to lead integrated fire protection projects from award through commissioning and handover.

You will develop and maintain schedules, budgets, and resource plans; monitor progress, manage risks and variations; coordinate with consultants, contractors and internal teams. The role requires detailed knowledge of NFPA standards, Saudi Civil Defense regulations, AutoCAD/Revit, and project planning tools;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering as specified.
• 5-6 years of fire protection project experience.
• Experience with Saudi Civil Defense requirements preferred.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection projects from award to handover.
• Develop schedules and manage budgets and resources.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Present status reports to management and clients.
• Ensure NFPA and project specs compliance; oversee commissioning.

Skills

Project Management

Client & Stakeholder Management

Site Coordination

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or related discipline.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in fire alarm and firefighting systems.
• Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia and knowledge of Civil Defense requirements is highly preferred.

Technical Knowledge

• Fire Alarm Systems
• Sprinkler, Hydrant, Standpipe, Deluge & Foam Systems
• FM-200, Novec 1230, CO₂, Inergen and Clean Agent Systems
• NFPA Codes and Standards
• Project Planning Tools (Primavera P6 and/or MS Project)
• AutoCAD and Revit MEP
• Cost Control and Contract Administration

Preferred Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• NFPA CFPS or equivalent Fire Protection Certification
• Saudi Council of Engineers Registration
• OSHA / NEBOSH Safety Certification

Project Management

• Lead fire protection projects from award through commissioning and handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and ensure milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Manage project risks, variations, claims, and mitigation plans.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to management and clients.

Engineering & Technical Oversight

• Review and approve fire system designs, technical submittals, shop drawings, and material selections.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA, SBC, IFC, HCIS, Civil Defense, and project specifications.
• Coordinate engineering activities with consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Support technical problem resolution during project execution.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Manage project contracts, subcontractors, and supplier agreements.
• Review scope changes and negotiate variation orders.
• Monitor project profitability, cash flow, invoicing, and payment collections.
• Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and commercial risks are controlled.

Site Execution & Coordination

• Lead coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.
• Monitor installation progress, quality, and safety performance.
• Conduct project review meetings and resolve execution challenges.
• Ensure timely material procurement and delivery to site.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and authorities.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Lead project progress meetings and manage client expectations.
• Coordinate Civil Defense inspections and approvals.

Commissioning & Handover

• Oversee testing, commissioning, and integrated system acceptance.
• Ensure completion of punch list items and project close-out activities.

Manage handover documentation, training, and warranty support