Senior Fire and Life Safety Engineer

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Senior Fire and Life Safety Engineer at Egis Group is a full-time onsite role in Dubai focused on reviewing architectural and firefighting plans against NFPA, UAE Fire Code, and Saudi Building & Fire Code, and on delivering fire safety strategy reports and proactive client advice. You will manage project deliverables, communicate clearly, and ensure compliance with NFPA 101, 5000, UAE and Saudi codes, and design standards such as NFPA 13, 14, 72, 92. CAD and Bluebeam proficiency and CFD modelling are preferred. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight plan reviews, strategy reports, and multi‑stakeholder coordination; include sample deliverables and metrics; show readiness for a global, onsite role with Egis.

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers

Job Description

• Review of architectural and firefighting plans in accordance with applicable fire & life safety codes (i.e., NFPA, Saudi Building code, UAE Fire code)
• Preparation of fire & life safety strategy reports and provision of proactive advice to clients regarding design compliance
• Maintaining a high level of professional responsibility in undertaking the required review services
• Ensuring a high level of communication both verbal and in writing
• Management of individual projects to ensure each of the necessary deliverable required by clients are met
• Ensuring a thorough understanding of NFPA 101, NFPA 5000, UAE Fire code, Saudi Building & Fire code and each of the relevant design standards such as NFPA 13, 14, 72, 92 etc
• Use of all necessary architectural and design software (CAD, Bluebeam)
• Experienced in CFD modelling and smoke management is preferable

Qualifications

Bachelor or Masters in Fire Engineering