About the Role
Future Concerns Nigeria Limited (FCNL), a premier provider of integrated safety solutions for the Nigerian oil and gas industry, is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering & Estimation - Fire Protection to lead our dynamic technical team. In this pivotal leadership role, you will spearhead our engineering, estimation, and tendering operations, ensuring that all fire-fighting systems and safety solutions meet the highest international standards, regulatory compliances, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, mentor, and develop the multidisciplinary Engineering & Estimation team comprising engineers, estimators, and tender specialists.
- Review and approve complex fire-fighting designs, hydraulic calculations, and shop drawings prior to final issue.
- Validate Bills of Quantities (BOQs), cost estimates, and subcontractor technical offers to guarantee competitiveness and accuracy.
- Partner closely with the sales division to deliver innovative technical solutions, value engineering, and client presentations.
- Ensure strict compliance with NFPA standards and local Nigerian regulatory codes across all projects.
- Oversee material submittals, technical approvals, testing, commissioning, and authority approvals.
- Establish and maintain robust company rates databases, engineering procedures, and cutting-edge design standards.
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mechanical Engineering with active COREN registration or eligibility.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in fire-fighting systems, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or managerial capacity.
- Comprehensive, hands-on command of NFPA standards including NFPA 13, 14, 15, 20, 22, 25, and 2001.
- Proven expertise in hydraulic calculations, quantity take-offs, BOQ pricing, and cost control for sprinkler, hydrant, deluge, foam, and clean agent systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and advanced hydraulic calculation software, with BIM/Revit exposure acting as a distinct advantage.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry experience and leadership seniority.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuous development within a leading safety solutions enterprise.
- Dynamic, safety-first work environment impacting Nigeria's critical oil and gas sector.