Senior Fire & Safety Engineer

About Surbana Jurong

Surbana Jurong (SJ) is a leading global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm, driven by a vision to build cities and shape lives. Headquartered in Singapore, SJ is a diverse collective of experts delivering sustainable and high-impact solutions across the built environment.

The Senior FLS (Fire & Life Safety) Engineer will be a key technical lead on the JEDCO Project in Jeddah. The role is responsible for leading Fire & Life Safety design, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating multidisciplinary interfaces across large-scale mixed‑use and urban developments.

• Lead and oversee Fire & Life Safety design from concept through delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code, Civil Defense, NFPA, and relevant standards.
• Act as the main FLS interface with clients, authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate FLS requirements across architectural, MEP, structural, and infrastructure teams.
• Review and approve FLS strategies, reports, and design deliverables.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Engineering, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred).
• 20+ years’ experience in Fire & Life Safety engineering.
• Proven delivery of large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia, preferably in Jeddah.
• Extensive experience working with Saudi Civil Defense and local authorities.
• Strong background in senior or lead FLS roles on complex developments.

• Expert knowledge of Fire & Life Safety systems and engineering principles.
• Strong understanding of SBC, NFPA, Civil Defense, and international fire codes.
• Excellent multidisciplinary coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead technical teams and manage design reviews and approvals.