Total 2 Director/C-Level systems engineer job vacancies

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership

• Lead and oversee all engineering activities for residential and condominium developments from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and project handover.
• Serve as the company's principal technical authority, providing expert guidance on engineering, construction, and design-related matters.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies, standards, policies, and best practices to support business objectives and project delivery excellence.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value engineering initiatives across all projects.

Design & Technical Management

• Manage and coordinate consultants, architects, structural engineers, M&E engineers, and specialist design teams.
• Review and approve engineering designs, technical specifications, drawings, and construction methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with local authority requirements, building regulations, industry standards, and company specifications.
• Lead technical reviews and resolve complex engineering challenges throughout project execution.

Project Delivery

• Monitor project progress and provide technical leadership to ensure delivery targets for quality, cost, and schedule are achieved.
• Support project teams in resolving site issues, design discrepancies, construction challenges, and technical risks.
• Collaborate closely with project management, procurement, contracts, and construction teams to optimize project performance.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover activities to ensure successful project completion.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all engineering works comply with applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence across project teams.
• Support the implementation of quality assurance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with government authorities, consultants, contractors, utility agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the company in technical meetings, authority submissions, inspections, and project coordination activities.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships to facilitate smooth project execution.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering managers, project engineers, and technical personnel.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and recruitment initiatives within the engineering function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration or equivalent professional accreditation is highly preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in residential, condominium, or mixed-use property development projects.
• At least 8 years of experience in a senior engineering leadership role.
• Proven track record in delivering high-rise residential and condominium developments from design through completion.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, design coordination, regulatory requirements, quality management, and contract administration.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors in a developer or construction environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with BIM, value engineering, and modern construction technologies will be an advantage.
• Willing to work 6 days per week.

Company Overview

Active Fire, established since 2001, is a leading total solutions provider for planning, designing, and implementing turnkey fire protection systems. We deliver end-to-end services ensuring safety, compliance, and peace of mind for clients across industries.

Job Summary

Lead business development for fire protection systems in China by securing projects, managing client relationships, and building strategic partnerships. Drive growth through market analysis, compliance, and team leadership in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a 3–5 year business development strategy targeting fire protection services in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors across China
• Monitor and interpret national and local fire safety policies, regulations, and standards to ensure market alignment and compliance
• Analyze competitor activities, pricing trends, technical requirements, and market demand to identify growth opportunities and niche segments
• Prepare annual business plans, revenue targets, budgets, and risk assessments aligned with company goals
• Lead end-to-end project acquisition including opportunity identification, pre-qualification, tender bidding, proposal submission, negotiation, and contract closure
• Coordinate with internal teams (technical, engineering, design, estimating, legal, operations) to develop compliant, competitive, and cost-effective proposals
• Ensure all project submissions comply with Chinese fire protection regulations, construction laws, and mandatory national standards (e.g., GB50116, GB50016, GB50974)
• Maintain and report on a healthy sales pipeline, tracking project status, conversion rates, profit margins, and performance metrics to senior management
• Build and sustain long-term partnerships with main contractors, property developers, design institutes, EPC groups, industrial owners, government authorities, and fire safety inspection bodies
• Liaise with Fire Rescue Bureaus, construction regulatory departments, and certification bodies to facilitate project approvals and compliance
• Provide technical consultancy and solution design support to clients, positioning the company as a trusted fire safety engineering expert
• Identify and establish strategic alliances, joint ventures, and cooperation agreements with local design institutes, licensed contractors, suppliers, and testing agencies to meet qualification and licensing requirements
• Expand the supplier and partner network across China to enhance technical capabilities, reduce costs, and increase market reach
• Represent the company at industry events, seminars, exhibitions, and professional associations to promote brand and business development
• Recruit, train, and lead the local business development and sales team; define roles, set KPIs, and drive team performance and growth
• Establish standardized business development processes, proposal templates, contract review procedures, and CRM systems tailored to fire protection services
• Ensure full compliance with Chinese laws on licensing, anti-bribery, contract management, tax regulations, and industry safety requirements
• Transition secured projects to delivery teams while maintaining client relationships throughout project lifecycles

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Fire Protection Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical fields
• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years focused on fire protection engineering/services in China’s construction industry
• 3–5 years in senior business development or sales leadership roles with proven success securing contracts totaling RMB 300 million or more
• In-depth knowledge of China’s fire protection regulatory framework, national standards (GB codes), approval procedures, and licensing requirements
• Familiarity with project delivery models including design & build, supply only, turnkey EPC, maintenance contracts, and retrofitting works
• Established understanding of key fire systems such as sprinkler, fire hydrant, gas suppression, fire alarm & detection, smoke control, fire doors, and passive fire protection
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and business-level English for effective communication with regional headquarters and international clients

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Master’s degree, MBA, or professional certifications such as Registered Fire Engineer, PMP, or Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
• Existing network of relationships with main contractors, developers, design institutes, fire safety authorities, and industry stakeholders across major Chinese cities