Principal Fire Engineer
Locations: Bristol, Epsom, Glasgow, London or Derby (flexible / hybrid working)
We are working with a leading construction and engineering consultancy recognised globally for delivering design, engineering and project management solutions across major infrastructure and built environment projects.
This organisation offers more than just a job - it provides the opportunity to make a genuine impact, shaping the built environment to benefit future generations and the natural environment.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Principal Fire Engineer to join their Building Design Practice. This role sits within a forward-thinking, multi-sector team delivering fire engineering design solutions across a wide range of sectors including Cities & Development, Commercial, Energy, Residential and Transportation.
There is flexibility around location. While much of the current Fire Engineering team is based in Derby and London, there is a clear ambition to grow teams across the North and South West.
The Role
As a Principal Fire Engineer, you will take ownership of your own projects while working collaboratively with other senior team members to strengthen technical capability and support the development of the wider team.
Key Responsibilities
Work across a broad range of sectors, from residential developments to rail transportation and energy facilities
Manage multiple fire engineering projects from inception through to delivery
Ensure compliance with fire safety standards, codes, regulations and legislation
Develop and deliver fire engineering strategies on complex projects
Assess fire-related risks and work collaboratively with design teams to mitigate them
Support delivery of projects within agreed time and cost budgets
Review and comment on the quality of fire safety installations
Lead fire engineering workshops and prepare technical reports
Support tenders for new work and develop strong client relationships
Lead medium-sized projects on a day-to-day basis
Mentor and support junior engineers
About You
Engineering degree (Fire Engineering preferred) or a relevant postgraduate qualification
Proven track record delivering fire safety projects; experience across multiple sectors is advantageous
Experience with fire standards such as BS9999, BS9992, NFPA 130 and EN45545 (desirable)
Fire modelling experience beneficial, particularly beyond the building sector
Associate Member of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), working towards full membership
Working towards Chartership
Strong commercial awareness and client-focused approach
Excellent report-writing skills with a clear and structured style
Flexible attitude and willingness to travel where required
Ability to obtain UK security clearance
Reward & Benefits
You will be offered a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday allowance
Tailored benefits to support health, wellbeing and lifestyle
Strong investment in training and professional development
Clear career progression within a national and growing fire engineering team
For more information on this exciting opportunity please contact Charmaine Mundy
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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