Associate Director Fire Engineer

RSK Raw Limited.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director Fire Engineer to provide fire safety support and guidance. This full-time role involves collaboration within the Compliance and Safety Team, focusing on risk assessments, technical reports, and team leadership. The position is based in London but open to nationwide applications. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or construction and significant experience in fire safety engineering.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fire engineering or related fields.
• Proficiency with BIM, AutoCAD, or similar tools for design and review.

Responsibilities

• Attend and support project meetings providing fire safety guidance.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments.
• Lead and develop a team of Senior and Fire Engineers.

Skills

Fire Safety Engineering

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Communication

Education

Degree/Master’s in construction or engineering

Tools

BIM

AutoCAD

FDS

Job description

The Keegans Group is seeking an Associate Director Fire Engineer within the Compliance and Safety Team. This role provides fire safety support, advice, and assists in delivering appropriate fire safety guidance.

This position reports to the Director of Compliance and Safety and involves collaboration with other members of the C&S Division.

This is a full-time/permanent role, preferably based in London, but applications from nationwide are welcome.

Responsibilities:

• Attend and support project meetings and workshops with internal and external stakeholders, providing fire safety guidance and recommendations.
• Review design information such as drawings, reports, and specifications; provide fire safety comments and advice; prepare technical reports and guidance notes impacting projects and clients.
• Research fire safety implications of new technologies, materials, approaches, and regulations, offering support and guidance based on findings.
• Conduct and assist with qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, presenting findings to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Build and maintain a trusted internal network within the organization.
• Generate fire safety strategy reports for new and existing buildings.
• Review external wall assessments in accordance with PAS 9980 guidance.
• Help update internal best practices and guidance documents; assist in proposals for design or research services.
• Prepare technical guidance notes on Fire Safety; present at knowledge-sharing sessions or CPD events.
• Manage project records using the Deltek system, including fee management and forecasting; prepare and issue invoices.
• Ensure contracts are in place with clients and subconsultants.
• Lead and develop a team of Senior and Fire Engineers, including conducting reviews, appraisals, and one-on-one meetings.
• Lead weekly team meetings, managing resources and recruitment needs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree/Master’s in construction or engineering (e.g., Surveying, Fire Safety Engineering).
• Membership with RICS, CABE, IFE/IFSM.
• Significant experience in fire engineering or related fields, preferably including façade fire engineering.
• Proficiency with BIM, AutoCAD, or similar tools for design and review.
• Experience with CFD modelling, probabilistic/reliability analysis, using FDS or similar tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks like Building Regulations, Fire Safety Act, Building Safety Act, BS 9991, and 9999.
• Ability to manage workload and deadlines independently.
• Support the Director of Safety and Compliance as needed.
• Aiming for Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with the Engineering Council and IFE.

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or secondary agencies.

The Company

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions, focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. We address societal challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity makes us stronger and more innovative.

We provide workplace adjustments and flexible working arrangements to support our employees' professional and personal lives. We encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Our philosophy is to employ, develop, and reward talented individuals. We value our people and are dedicated to fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and support. Join us to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future. Do you have what it takes?