Senior Project Engineer – Fire Protection & Detection

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead fire protection and detection system projects across Dubai. The role involves planning, executing, and commissioning fire safety installations for hotels, data centres, and high‑rise residential buildings.

Key responsibilities

• Manage fire protection system projects from planning through completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Conduct site surveys, prepare layout drawings and coordinate with design teams.
• Oversee installation of sprinklers, fire alarms, fire pumps and suppression systems in compliance with UAE Civil Defence and NFPA standards.
• Guide installation teams, monitor progress, resolve on‑site issues and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities, producing compliance and progress reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers and regulatory bodies to secure approvals and material availability.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, budgets and risk assessments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 8–10 years of hands‑on experience in fire protection system installation and project management, preferably in the UAE or GCC.
• Experience with hotel, data centre and high‑rise residential projects.
• Valid UAE driving licence.

Required skills

• Installation and commissioning of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems and fire suppression systems.
• Fire pump installation and testing.
• Interpretation of blueprints, technical drawings and fire safety system layouts.
• Knowledge of UAE fire codes, NFPA standards and Dubai Civil Defence regulations.