Fire Engineer

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 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 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

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.

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