Associate Fire Engineer

An established and growing specialist consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Fire Engineer to play a key role within their expanding Fire Engineering division. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware Associate Fire Engineer looking to lead complex projects, manage technical teams and contribute strategically to business growth.

The successful Associate Fire Engineer will oversee major schemes across a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, education and mixed-use developments. Alongside project delivery responsibilities, the role will involve team leadership, mentoring and supporting wider operational improvements across the business.

The appointed Associate Fire Engineer will lead large-scale and technically challenging projects while supporting the Senior Leadership Team with operational and commercial objectives. Responsibilities will include:

• Producing and reviewing detailed fire strategy reports and technical documentation
• Leading client and multidisciplinary design meetings
• Managing multiple projects from early design stages through to completion on site
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships to support repeat business
• Assisting with fee proposals, tenders and business development activities
• Leading and mentoring Graduate, Intermediate and Senior Fire Engineers
• Reviewing and approving technical reports in line with internal quality procedures
• Supporting improvements to technical standards and delivery processes
• Leading research initiatives and contributing to innovation within the sector
• Supporting recruitment, team development and regional growth plans

To be considered for this Associate Fire Engineer role, candidates should ideally have:

• A degree in Engineering, Fire Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 7 years’ consultancy experience within Fire Engineering
• Strong knowledge of UK fire legislation and performance-based design
• Previous experience leading technical teams and managing staff
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and project management capability
• Chartered status or working towards professional accreditation preferred

• Salary: £75,000 – £90,000 DOE
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangement
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Private healthcare package
• Professional membership fees paid
• Clear pathway towards Director-level progression
• Ongoing CPD, leadership and management training
• Opportunity to influence business growth and technical direction

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Associate Fire Engineer to join a forward-thinking consultancy where technical excellence, leadership and career progression are genuinely valued.