Site Engineer - Fire & Life Safety /Fire Protection (Limited tenure)

Jensen Hughes; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in fire protection engineering is seeking a Site Engineer specializing in Fire & Life Safety for a 6-month role in Saudi Arabia. The position involves on-site inspections of fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with various codes, and requires strong analytical and communication skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and significant experience in project execution in the Middle East.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Flexibility in work environment

Support from leadership

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Middle East project experience in fire protection installations and approvals.
• Proven experience in FLS calculations and documentation review.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review Contractor’s Fire & Life Safety packages based on codes.
• Conduct technical reviews of documentation and site inspections.
• Assess construction site potential fire safety hazards.

Skills

Site management

Fire protection engineering

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

NFPA Codes

Job description

Site Engineer - Fire & Life Safety /Fire Protection (Limited tenure)

Company Overview

At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields — from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture -we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks.

Overview – Role

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Site based Fire Protection Engineer (6 months , may be extendible), specialized in the on-site inspection of Mechanical/Electrical systems for a complex Fire & Life Safety Project in the Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia.

This role has a limited tenure of 6 months requiring proficiency in site management covering all aspects of the Project’s Fire & Life safety requirements including but not limited to review of Contractors documentation, passive/active and ventilation fire protection systems -installation, commissioning, inspections & testing. In this role you will work in line with the client expectations and compliance requirements within the agreed project scope while coordinating with the Project Manager and the team members. Expertise related to FLS review of Contractors documentation, systems, calculations and reports would be the key requirements for the role.

This role offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

Responsibilities

• Review Contractor’s Fire & Life Safety (FLS) packages based on NFPA codes, SBC codes and GDCD requirements
• Conduct a comprehensive technical review of Contractor’s Fire & Life Safety (FLS) documentation including but not limited to FLS/fire protection Shop Drawings, Material Submittals, Method Statements for testing, inspections, commissioning and handover of all passive and active fire protection systems
• Conduct Building Code Analysis and Gap Analysis as requested by Contractor’s submissions
• Assess Construction site potential fire safety hazards, occupational health and safety hazards for buildings and facilities under Construction Supervision
• Conduct frequent site inspections for all passive and active fire systems with data collection and reporting
• Conduct testing, commissioning and hand‑over site inspections for all passive and active fire protection systems with data collection and reporting
• Conduct site survey for occupational health & safety hazards
• Review and approve Contractor’s emergency response procedures
• Review and approve Contractor’s Fire Risk Assessments and emergency evacuation plans

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering preferred
• 4+ years of Middle East project experience covering design review, construction supervision, fire protection installations inspections, surveys, audits, testing/commissioning and approvals
• Proven experience in FLS calculations and reporting
• Preferably certified on all/either NFPA 13, 20, 72, 2001 codes by approved NFPA instructors
• Proven site experience related to Fire Protection, Suppression, Fire Alarm systems, Ventilation
• Proven experience in liaising with local Authority, Contractors, and Clients to obtain all required certificates for occupancy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to undertake work independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills

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.