Senior Fire Engineer
Location: London, Manchester, or Birmingham
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established, independent fire engineering consultancy recognised for delivering innovative and technically robust fire safety solutions across a wide range of sectors — including commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and major infrastructure.
With offices strategically located across the UK and an expanding portfolio of complex projects, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join their growing teams in London, Manchester, or Birmingham.
Role Overview
The Senior Fire Engineer will be responsible for leading and delivering fire engineering projects from initial concept through to completion. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, architects, and other stakeholders.
You will also play a key part in mentoring and developing junior members of the team while contributing to the company’s ongoing technical development and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development of fire strategies and engineering solutions for a variety of projects.
Provide expert fire safety advice to design teams, developers, and regulatory authorities.
Undertake and review computational modelling (CFD, evacuation, smoke control) where appropriate.
Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to budget and time constraints.
Mentor and support graduate and intermediate engineers.
Contribute to business development and client relationship management.
Assist in maintaining and improving internal technical standards and processes.
Requirements
Essential:
Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline.
Chartered or working towards Chartered status (CEng, MIFireE or equivalent).
Demonstrable experience in delivering fire engineering solutions within the UK market.
Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Desirable:
Experience with advanced fire and evacuation modelling software (e.g. FDS, Pathfinder).
Proven client-facing and leadership experience.
Background in mentoring or team development.
Package & Benefits
Our client offers one of the most competitive and employee-focused packages in the market, including:
Highly competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Double annual performance bonus
38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Private healthcare and enhanced pension
Chartership support and professional development funding
Clear progression routes within a growing consultancy