Technical Director/Lead Engineer - Fire, Liège

Company Overview Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering– a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management,digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.

Job Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute

Technical Director / Lead Fire Engineer

to establish and lead our presence across Belgium, with a primary focus on the Walloon region. This role is a strategic leadership opportunity to drive growth from our Brussels base, support projects and clients across the broader Belgian market, and strengthen our footprint in Belgium. Ideal for a senior fire engineering professional with strong leadership, business development capabilities, deep technical expertise, and the ability to operate confidently at both regional and national levels.

Ideal Candidate

A strong technical foundation in fire safety engineering

Proven experience in business development and market growth

Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop regional operations

Fluency in French, English, and Dutch, with the ability to operate across all Belgian regions

A proactive, autonomous, and strategic leadership style

Responsibilities

Lead strategic development and growth of our Belgian fire engineering operations, focusing on Wallonia and national coverage

Act as Technical Director / Lead Engineer on complex fire and life safety projects across Belgium

Deliver high-quality fire engineering consultancy to architects, design teams, contractors, and clients

Interpret, apply, and advise on Belgian fire safety regulations, ensuring technical excellence and compliance

Drive business development activities, identifying opportunities and building long-term client relationships across Wallonia and the wider Belgian market

Lead proposals, bids, and client presentations to expand our portfolio

Translate client needs into tailored engineering and consultancy solutions

Collaborate with European technical teams to deliver integrated, high-quality fire safety strategies

Monitor regulatory changes and market trends to inform business strategy

Recruit, mentor, and develop engineering talent as the Belgian team grows

Represent the company as a technical authority in industry forums, events, and client engagements

Align commercial objectives with project delivery through strong internal leadership

Requirements and Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

Experience

Significant experience in fire safety engineering or technical consulting

Strong track record of winning work and developing client relationships

Expertise in fire strategy, performance-based design, fire protection engineering, or risk-informed approaches

Experience in leadership roles, business development, or market expansion

Experience in the Belgian market (particularly Wallonia) is highly desirable

Skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Strong leadership and organisational capabilities

Commercially aware with a results-driven mindset

Ability to develop and present high-quality technical proposals

Industry Knowledge

Strong understanding of Belgian fire safety regulations and standards, including regional variations

Languages

Fluency in French, English, and Dutch is essential

Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset

Confident leader capable of building and scaling a regional presence

Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating across international teams

Mobility

Willingness to travel across Belgium and occasionally within Europe

Location

Belgium, with flexibility for hybrid working and travel across the Walloon region and wider Belgium

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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