Associate Director

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

Job summary

A leading fire safety consultancy based in Manchester seeks an experienced Associate Fire Engineer. In this role, you will lead projects, provide technical expertise, and mentor junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline, along with strong skills in fire safety design. Competitive salary and great benefits offered.

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

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.
• Manage client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
• Guide and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional growth.

Skills

Technical design

Fire safety design

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

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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