Role: Senior Fire Engineer
Location: Wakefield or Leicester Office
Salary: £65,000-£75,000 (Or more for the right person)
About:
We are currently working with a leading consultancy firm specializing in façade engineering who pride themselves on delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions for the construction industry. They are a team of experienced professionals who collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineers to ensure the highest standards of design and safety.
Right now, they are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join their team, either in their Leicester or Wakefield office. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of projects, from initial design through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of challenging and high-profile projects, progress your career, and build your own team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement fire safety strategies for various construction projects.
* Analyse and ensure designs meet current codes of practice, providing bespoke solutions to unique fire engineering challenges.
* Conduct fire risk assessments and provide recommendations for fire safety improvements.
* Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate fire safety measures into building designs.
* Ensure compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards.
* Provide expert advice on fire safety issues to clients and project teams.
* Lead and mentor junior fire engineers.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Fire Engineering or a related field.
* Experience in a consulting environment.
* In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations and standards.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Professional accreditation (e.g., CEng, MIFireE) is highly desirable.
What's on Offer:
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* A collaborative and supportive work environment.
* The chance to work on innovative and impactful projects.