Associate Fire Engineering Director
UK – National role | Hybrid / Flexible working
An established multidisciplinary buildings consultancy is seeking an Associate Fire Engineering Director to lead and grow its Fire Engineering capability across the UK. This is a senior, strategic, and client-facing role suited to a technically exceptional fire engineer who combines technical authority, commercial leadership, and people development.
You will play a key role in shaping the Fire Engineering division, leading complex projects, influencing market growth, and developing high-performing teams.
Strategic Leadership & Technical Authority
* Lead and oversee complex, multi-disciplinary fire engineering projects across a range of sectors including healthcare, life sciences, commercial, residential, and major regeneration
* Act as technical sign-off authority for fire engineering deliverables
* Provide expert advice on performance-based fire engineering, CFD fire and smoke modelling, evacuation strategies, and fire safety compliance
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and best practice (ADB, BS 9991, BS 9999, NFPA, EN standards)
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in fire engineering practices
Client & Market Leadership
* Build and maintain strong relationships with senior clients, developers, architects, contractors, regulators, and local authorities
* Lead business development activity including bids, proposals, and client presentations
* Represent the business at industry forums, technical panels, and regulatory consultations
Business Development & Growth
* Support strategic growth of Fire Engineering services across UK markets
* Identify new market opportunities, emerging sectors, and service expansions
* Contribute to long-term business strategy and commercial success
People Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, mentor, and develop fire engineering teams
* Support professional development, chartership (CEng / IFE), and career progression
* Foster a collaborative, high-performance, knowledge-sharing culture
About You
* Proven experience leading complex, high-profile fire engineering projects and teams
* Strong track record in business development and securing major project work
* Deep technical expertise in performance-based design, CFD, and evacuation modelling
* Excellent communication, presentation, and client engagement skills
* Experience working in multidisciplinary environments (Architecture, MEP, Structures, PM)
* Strategic mindset with strong commercial awareness and leadership capabilities
Qualifications
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IFE membership (or equivalent)
* Extensive experience within fire engineering consultancy
Why Apply?
* Senior leadership role with genuine influence over service growth
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* High-profile projects across multiple sectors
* Strong focus on professional development and technical excellence
* Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working culture
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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