Fire & Life Safety (FLS) Engineer

About the Company and Project

Solaiman A. ElKhereiji (SAK) Engineering Consultant Company is a reputable AEC consultancy with over 40 years of experience in delivering projects across hospitality, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors. The firm specializes in sustainable design, construction supervision, and project management. This role supports a prestigious heritage project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which is part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative and targets Gold LEED certification. The development includes mixed-use buildings, academies, a traditional Najdi-style mosque, a digital art museum, and a mud-brick cinema with underground parking.

Job Summary

The Fire & Life Safety (FLS) Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities and installed systems comply with relevant fire and life safety codes and standards. This full-time position in Riyadh involves designing, planning, and coordinating fire safety systems and strategies for mixed-use building projects. The FLS Engineer will ensure contractor submittals comply with international and local fire and life safety codes and standards, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate FLS systems seamlessly into the overall building design.

Key Responsibilities

• Review contractor's fire and life safety designs, drawings, and calculations (*, occupancy load, egress plans, fire separation) for compliance with local building and fire codes, including NFPA, Saudi Building Code (SBC), and other relevant international standards.
• Ensure designs meet and stay updated on changes to FLS regulations, updating designs as needed to maintain compliance.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor FLS system installations, verify proper implementation, and resolve non-conformities or design conflicts.
• Evaluate potential safety challenges based on building design, occupancy, and materials, implementing design solutions to address risks.
• Analyze FLS system requirements based on building type and occupancy classification, ensuring all critical safety aspects are addressed.
• Collaborate with architecture, mechanical, and electrical design teams to integrate FLS systems with other building systems.
• Facilitate communication with project teams to address design conflicts or adjustments for FLS systems.
• Supervise and document the functional and performance testing and commissioning of all FLS systems, including fire alarm, fire suppression, smoke control, and emergency lighting.
• Liaise with the client, project management team, contractors, and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), such as Civil Defense, to secure necessary permits, approvals, and final inspections.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the site team, addressing on-site technical problems and proposing solutions in line with project specifications and safety regulations.
• Prepare detailed reports, including progress updates, inspection results, test documentation, and compliance certificates.
• Participate in fire risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers on fire safety design best practices and code compliance.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Fire & Life Safety engineering.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local and international fire and life safety codes and standards, including NFPA and Saudi Building Code (SBC).
• Experience in design review, site supervision, testing, and documentation of FLS systems.

Expected Joining Time

The expected joining time for this role is 1 to 2 weeks.