An ambitious and expanding Fire Engineering Consultancy is seeking a talented Fire Engineer to join their growing team in Manchester. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Fire Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most complex and high-profile developments while benefiting from a clear route towards senior and leadership positions.
The successful Fire Engineer will join a highly respected consultancy delivering fire engineering solutions across residential, commercial, healthcare, industrial and mixed-use projects. This Fire Engineer role offers exposure to both new-build and existing buildings, providing technical challenges that will further develop your expertise.
As a Fire Engineer, you will work closely with developers, architects, contractors and building owners to deliver practical and innovative fire engineering solutions. The appointed Fire Engineer will become a key member of a collaborative team known for delivering commercially focused fire safety advice.
This position would suit a Fire Engineer seeking greater responsibility, project ownership and long-term career progression within a supportive consultancy environment.
The Fire Engineer's Role
The Fire Engineer will provide technical fire engineering advice throughout the design and construction process across a diverse project portfolio.
The Fire Engineer will:
* Prepare fire strategy reports for new and existing buildings
* Undertake fire engineering calculations and technical assessments
* Carry out means of escape and evacuation analysis
* Support Building Regulations compliance submissions
* Review architectural designs and propose fire safety solutions
* Attend design team meetings and client presentations
* Liaise with approval bodies and key stakeholders
* Support the delivery of complex and challenging projects
The Fire Engineer
The successful Fire Engineer will ideally have:
* Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
* Previous experience within a Fire Engineering Consultancy
* Strong understanding of Approved Document B and UK fire legislation
* Experience producing fire strategies and technical reports
* Knowledge of smoke control, evacuation modelling or CFD analysis beneficial
* Excellent communication and client-facing skills
* Ambition to progress within a growing consultancy
In Return?
* £55,000 - £65,000
* Annual bonus scheme
* Hybrid working
* Private healthcare
* Pension contribution
* Professional fees paid
* Enhanced CPD programme
* Support towards Chartership where applicable
* Clear route to Senior Fire Engineer and Associate level
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
If you are a Fire Engineer considering your career opportunities, please contact Brandon James.
Ref: LB99087
Fire Engineer / Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / Building Regulations / Fire Safety / Fire Consultancy