Overview
A leading international engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Structural Fire Engineering Lead to drive and expand their Structural Fire Engineering Lead capability within the UK. This opportunity sits within a highly respected fire engineering team working on complex and architecturally ambitious developments across the built environment.
Role
* Leading the delivery of complex structural fire engineering projects across major developments.
* Working closely with structural engineers, architects and design teams to ensure life safety and optimise structural fire protection.
* Undertaking and supervising fire and heat transfer analysis followed by structural modelling at elevated temperatures.
* Using and reviewing structural fire engineering FEM software such as SAFIR, VULCAN or similar tools.
* Producing and reviewing performance‑based structural fire engineering reports.
* Representing the consultancy at design meetings both internally and externally.
* Supporting business development activities and building strong client relationships.
* Mentoring engineers and strengthening the technical capability of the structural fire engineering team.
Qualifications
* Master's degree (or higher) in Structural Engineering or Structural Fire Engineering.
* Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
* Proven experience leading structural fire engineering teams within an engineering consultancy environment.
* Experience managing structural fire engineering projects and multidisciplinary collaboration.
* Strong knowledge of assessing structures at ambient and elevated temperatures.
* Experience undertaking and supervising fire and heat transfer analysis and structural modelling.
* Excellent communication, consultancy and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Confident leadership style with the ability to guide and support less experienced engineers.
Compensation & Benefits
£80,000 – £90,000
Hybrid working
* Pension contribution
* Life assurance
* 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
* Professional membership support
If you are a leading Fire Safety Professional considering your career opportunities, then contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James (phone number removed).
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