Project Manager - Fire & Life Safety

JENSEN HUGHES; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead engineering projects across the Riyadh region in Saudi Arabia. You will manage proposal development, client communications and multi-scope project execution using Word, Excel and Ajera accounting/PM software.

You will coordinate budgets, schedules and staffing with a focus on safety and quality. The role requires 7–9 years in Fire & Life Safety project management, postgraduate qualifications, and strong collaboration with

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–9 years of experience managing complex Fire & Life Safety projects, ideally in KSA.
• Postgraduate qualification in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Strong task and project management skills; experience with estimates and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct engineering activities across multiple project scopes.
• Prepare and present technical reports and client communications; manage contractual discussions.
• Lead project teams, coordinate internal/external stakeholders, and monitor budgets and schedules.
• Chair internal coordination meetings to align client and Jensen Hughes personnel across scopes.
• Maintain risk registers and ensure effective risk communication.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Communication

Proposal development

Education

Postgraduate degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Ajera

Job description

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more .Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization .

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together

Overview – Role

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading individual projects while coordinating multiple project team member activities. Responsibilities in this role include managing the preparation of code reports, smoke control reports, engineering judgment letters, accessibility reports, and alternate materials and methods on multiple projects. You will write, review, and help develop proposals for projects big and small, in multiple states, using word, excel, and Ajera accounting/PM software; while also managing client expectations, project staffing, budgets, schedule of deliverables, and assisting accounting prepare invoices for principal review.

This role will be responsible managing projects across Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct engineering activities, managing the overall framework of projects on behalf of Jensen Hughes, overseeing multiple scopes of work while developing and monitoring project execution plans, ensuring overall financial management
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations, managing all contractual discussions with the client.
• Be a key player in technical decision making and business development activities.
• Arrange and chair regular scheduled internal coordination meetings across multiple scopes of work ensuring smooth coordination between the key stakeholders from the client’s side, and the Jensen Hughes internal staff.
• Maintain and control risk register, recording, monitoring and communication on the project’s risks

Requirements and Qualifications

• 7-9 years of relevant experience managing complex projects related to Fire & Life Safety, preferably within KSA.
• Postgraduate qualification in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or other related subjects
• Strong task management and project management skills and experienced in developing project estimates proposals
• Broad knowledge of building codes, fire codes, or accessibility regulations along with a deep knowledge of Architectural, Engineering, Construction & Design process
• Experience in developing, leading and managing project teams
• Excellent communication and training skills and ability to work collaboratively with consultants, fellow QA managers and other stakeholders along with strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Professional body membership preferred
• Possess effective written and oral communication skills to write reports, business correspondence, presentations, procedure manuals, and to respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and other stakeholders when prompted by the internal team.
• Has the ability to work independently and as part of a team, enjoying professional challenges and desire to be an integral part of the long-term growth of Jensen Hughes.

Why you should join Jensen Hughes

• You will work with market-leading clients and have the backing of a leading international firm
• You'll have support from the leadership team and given flexibility to work where and when you want
• Career advancement with an established framework is in place clearly defining expectations, outlining opportunities for promotion

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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