Technical Director - Fire Engineering

Overview

Technical Director role at WSP focusing on fire safety in architectural design. Involves working on diverse projects (e.g., university projects in Scotland, high-rise towers in London) with international opportunities, delivering innovative design while maintaining high fire safety standards.

• Manage design information and coordinate with WSP disciplines such as Facades, Acoustics and Structures.
• Present designs to local authorities and the Fire Service.
• Inform the design team about changes to increase building safety.
• Learn and apply software packages, fire standards, and participate in team briefings and client updates.
• Contribute to professional registration progress with IFE or other organisations.
• Participate in a bespoke development programme for fire engineers, including training areas such as technical report writing, project management, influential communications, and commercial concepts.

• BSc (BEng) or MSc (MEng) in Fire, Structural, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in fire engineering consulting.
• Open to base from any UK major office.

• Support toward chartered status or equivalent professional qualifications through structured development.
• Training and mentoring, plus opportunities for professional growth and progression.
• Hybrid working policy (two days remote per week) and flexible working arrangements where applicable.
• Health, wellbeing, inclusivity and belonging initiatives ( Thrive programme, Virtual GP, menopause support, gymflex, and more).
• Work-life balance and flexibility (WSP My Hour, part-time options, extra leave purchases, flexible bank holidays).

Location: UK major offices; roles based from locations such as Glasgow, Scotland.

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