About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Curious about how your expertise can make buildings safer and smarter—right from the ground up? As a Civil Engineer, Architect, Architectural Engineer, Structural Engineer, or Construction Engineer with experience in fire stop systems, you’ll play a key role in shaping projects across the UAE. In an industry where safety and precision never go out of style, this opportunity lets you bring hands-on know-how to a diverse portfolio of challenging, rewarding construction sites. If you’re ready to see your work make a real difference (and to see more than just your desk every day), this could be the next step in your career.
About the Company
We’re a dynamic, fast-moving contracting specialist with projects that span everything from iconic skylines to critical infrastructure across the UAE. Our team is an energetic blend of seasoned pros and ambitious rising stars, all pulled together by a common goal: delivering quality, safety, and innovative solutions in every build. Fridays often bring out our competitive side—whether it’s a new building milestone or a friendly table tennis match in the break room. We take pride in a culture where hands-on collaboration and fresh ideas aren’t just welcomed, they’re expected.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing the installation of fire stop systems at various project sites—from layout to quality checks, you’re there at every stage
- Collaborating with cross-discipline project teams to ensure compliance with civil, architectural, and structural standards
- Developing detailed site reports and documentation, keeping everything transparent and up to date
- Coordinating closely with contractors and suppliers to ensure timelines and specifications are met
- Troubleshooting on-site challenges with a problem-solver’s mindset—you know how to turn issues into learnings
- Conducting regular safety audits and training site teams on the latest fire protection techniques
- Liaising with consultants and authorities as needed to ensure all fire stop installations meet legal and company requirements
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a similar discipline
- 2–3 years of real-world, hands-on experience with fire stop systems installation, ideally in the UAE contracting sector
- Solid understanding of local building codes, safety, and fire protection standards
- Strong communication skills (you’re comfortable on-site and in the meeting room)
- Practical problem-solving abilities—you know how to keep cool when the schedule changes or the plans do
Nice-to-Haves:
- Familiarity with a variety of fire protection systems and materials
- UAE driving license (makes site-hopping a breeze)
- Prior experience coordinating with multi-cultural teams across multiple projects
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary that reflects your expertise and experience
- All the essentials: health insurance, annual leave, and travel allowance
- Exposure to high-profile, technically challenging projects that stretch your abilities
- Flexible work environment (travel between project locations, occasional remote coordination)
- A tight-knit team that believes in sharing wins—and learnings
- Clear focus on employee growth: regular training and mentorship from senior leaders
- Open-door culture—everyone’s ideas are welcome, whether you’re fresh to the site or a seasoned pro
Every day brings new challenges and new chances to grow. If you’re looking to leave your mark (and not just on blueprints), you’ll find plenty to get excited about here.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk me through a recent project where you oversaw fire stop system installation from start to finish? What were the biggest challenges and how did you address them?
- How do you ensure that all on-site fire stop installations remain compliant with relevant UAE building codes and safety standards?
- When working with multidisciplinary project teams, how do you facilitate clear communication to avoid misalignment in civil, structural, or architectural specifications?
- Describe your approach to conducting safety audits and training site teams on updated fire protection techniques. What tools or strategies have you found most effective?
- If a supplier delivers materials that don’t meet project specifications or timelines, how do you handle the situation to keep the project moving forward?
- Tell me about a time when an unexpected site issue required you to quickly adapt plans for a fire stop installation. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
- How do you stay current with new developments in fire protection systems and materials, especially as they relate to local regulations in the UAE?
- Can you provide an example of how you’ve used detailed site documentation and reporting to resolve a dispute or clarify a misunderstanding on a project?
- Share an experience where you collaborated with consultants or authorities to achieve regulatory approval for a complex fire stop installation.
- In a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and multicultural teams, how do you prioritize competing demands and maintain strong working relationships?
- What motivates you most on a construction site: solving technical challenges, mentoring teammates, or hitting major project milestones?
- When facing tight deadlines or changing requirements, how do you keep yourself and your team focused and positive?
- How do you contribute to creating an open, collaborative workplace where everyone’s ideas are valued, regardless of their experience level?