Senior Fire Engineer

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Fire Engineer to join a globally respected, multidisciplinary consultancy whose purpose and shared values have shaped the industry for over 7 decades. With a proven track record of leading fire safety engineering, their collaborative approach and technical excellence has contributed to their reputation in the market.

This growing UK team is seeking a technically accomplished Senior Fire Engineer to deliver high-impact, meaningful projects across a range of sectors.

The successful Senior Fire Engineer will play a key role in delivering evidence-based, first principles fire safety solutions on time and within budget, while helping clients navigate an evolving regulatory landscape.

The Senior Fire Engineer's Role

The Senior Fire Engineer will:

• Develop and deliver fire strategies from concept through to completion
• Apply UK legislation and guidance, including Approved Document B and the Building Safety Act
• Deliver both prescriptive and performance-based design solutions
• Lead client and stakeholder meetings, clearly explaining complex technical matters
• Manage project teams, resources and financial performance
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary design teams under frameworks such as RIBA Plan of Work
• Gain approval from statutory authorities and approving bodies

The Senior Fire Engineer

The ideal Senior Fire Engineer will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering, Engineering, or an Architecture-related discipline
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with the IFE or similar, or be close to achieving chartership
• Extensive experience within a fire engineering consultancy or similar environment
• Strong knowledge of UK fire legislation, guidance and the new regulatory regime
• A proven track record of delivering evidence-based fire safety solutions across multiple sectors
• Excellent meeting, negotiation and communication skills
• Experience managing project teams and mentoring junior engineers
• A collaborative mindset, with a willingness to share knowledge and continue learning

In Return?

• £60,000-£70,000 and comprehensive benefits package
• Access to extensive CPD events and structured development opportunities
• Clear progression routes within a globally recognised consultancy
• The opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects that shape communities

If you are a Senior Fire Engineer or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James on .

Ref: LB21479

Senior Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / Approved Document B / Building Safety Act / Performance-Based Design / Chartered Fire Engineer / IFE / Fire Safety Consultancy