Fire Engineer

**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 **Fire Engineer (remote site)**for working on a complex Fire & Life Safety Project in the Western region of Saudi Arabia.

In this role you will demonstrate commendable experience 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 (electrical /mechanical) - installation, commissioning, inspections & testing. You will work in line with the client expectations and compliance requirements within the agreed project scope while coordinating with the Site Project Manager and the team members. Proficiency in construction related inspections and reviews would be key requirements for this 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.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Review Contractor's Fire & Life Safety (FLS) packages based on (NFPA codes, SBC codes and GDCD requirements)
- Conduct a comprehensive technical review 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 required 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
- Review and approve Contractor's emergency response procedures, fire Risk Assessments & emergency evacuation plans

**Requirements and Qualifications**
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering preferred
- 5+ years of project experience covering design review, construction supervision, fire protection installations inspections, surveys, audits, testing/commissioning and approvals
- Preferably certified on all/either NFPA 13, 20, 72, 2001 codes
- Proven site experience related to Fire Protection, Suppression, Fire Alarm systems, Ventilation
- Preferred experience in liaising with local Authority, Contractors, and Clients
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to undertake work with mínimal supervision
- Ready to be based at a remote site (having company provided facilities)

**Why you should join Jensen Hughes**
- You will work on exciting, challenging and at times groundbreaking designs and projects with market-leading clients whilst having the backing of a leading international firm.
- There is continued support from the leadership team with a measured and flexible approach to carrying out day to day activities.
- Career advancement with an established framework is in place - clearly defining expectations and outlining opportunities for advancement.

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