Associate Director

Brandon James Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire safety firm in Manchester is seeking an Associate Fire Engineer to lead projects and mentor juniors. The role involves developing fire engineering strategies for various buildings, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Fire Engineering and strong leadership skills. The position offers a salary of £80,000+ along with benefits including 30 days annual leave and private medical cover.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + Bank holidays

Discretionary bonus

6% pension plus salary sacrifice arrangement

Private medical cover

Enhanced Parental Leave

Referral scheme up to £3,000

Chartership Bonus and time off to achieve chartership

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in fire safety design and relevant UK legislation.
• Proven track record managing fire engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of fire engineering strategies for various building types.
• Oversee CFD modelling, evacuation analysis, and smoke control design.
• Prepare, review, and approve high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Technical design expertise

Leadership and mentoring

Stakeholder management

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or equivalent

Job description

An opportunity to join a market-leading, independent firm; specialising in fire safety renowned for their technical excellence and innovative approach, has arisen for a diligent Associate Fire Engineer, skilled in both technical design and delivery to represent them based out of their active Manchester office.

The Role
As the Associate Fire Engineer you will play a key role in leading projects, providing high-level technical expertise, and mentoring junior engineers. Working closely with clients, design teams, and regulators, you will ensure innovative and compliant fire strategies are developed and delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities of the Associate Fire Engineer

• Lead the development of fire engineering strategies for a variety of building types.
• Oversee and contribute to CFD modelling, evacuation analysis, and smoke control design.
• Manage client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Guide and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional growth.
• Prepare, review, and approve high-quality technical reports and documentation.
• Ensure all projects meet legal, safety, and quality standards.

About the Associate Fire Engineer

• Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong technical expertise in fire safety design and relevant UK legislation.
• Proven track record managing fire engineering projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £80,000+
• 30 days annual leave + Bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus
• 6% pension plus salary sacrifice arrangement
• Private medical cover
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Referral scheme up to £3,000
• Chartership Bonus (and paid time off to help achieve chartership)

If you are an Associate Director, considering your career opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.

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