Associate Director Fire Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire consultancy in Manchester seeks an Associate Director Fire Engineer. This key role involves leading complex fire engineering projects, mentoring team members, and managing project delivery. Candidate should possess 8+ years of experience, engineering qualifications, and a strong understanding of UK fire regulations. Attractive salary of £80,000 - £100,000, hybrid working, and benefits included.

Benefits

Private healthcare

28 days annual leave + BH

Continuous CPD / professional development

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in fire engineering.
• Extensive experience in delivering fire-engineered solutions for UK projects.
• Strong understanding of UK legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical delivery of major fire engineering projects.
• Managing project finances and customer care.
• Overseeing engineering designs and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Technical writing

Mentoring

Education

Engineering Council Accredited BEng Hons, MEng or MSc

CEng / IEng or working towards

MIFireE or working towards

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Posted:

14.08.2025

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28.09.2025

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Job Description:

Associate Director Fire Engineer job in Manchester for an established and leading fire consultancy. As a key senior member of the Fire Engineering team, you will play an active role in the leadership and delivery of complex fire engineering projects across all RIBA stages. The role offers a salary of £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience, plus bonus, hybrid working, private healthcare, 28 days annual leave + BH, and continuous CPD / professional development.

The practice provides strategic advice, innovative design, construction oversight and risk management services to clients across the UK and globally. Established nearly 15 years ago, they are an award-winning consultancy working closely with councils, architects, and design teams to embed safety at the heart of architectural ambition. Their work spans a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, transport, healthcare, hospitality and nuclear.

Associate Director Fire Engineer Job in Manchester

Associate Director Fire Engineer job in Manchester for an established and leading fire consultancy. As a key senior member of the Fire Engineering team, you will play an active role in the leadership and delivery of complex fire engineering projects across all RIBA stages. The role offers a salary of £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience, plus bonus, hybrid working, private healthcare, 28 days annual leave + BH, and continuous CPD / professional development.

The practice provides strategic advice, innovative design, construction oversight and risk management services to clients across the UK and globally. Established nearly 15 years ago, they are an award-winning consultancy working closely with councils, architects, and design teams to embed safety at the heart of architectural ambition. Their work spans a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, transport, healthcare, hospitality and nuclear.

Role & Responsibilities

• Leading technical delivery of major and complex fire engineering projects
• Supporting and mentoring Engineers and Senior Engineers within the team
• Managing project finances, quality planning and customer care
• Overseeing preparation of reports, engineering designs, calculations and specifications
• Client-facing throughout the lifecycle of projects
• Contributing to the business strategy and supporting with digital innovations
• Developing new and existing client relationships
• Leading internal technical reviews and supporting ongoing CPD across the team.

Required Skills & Experience

• Engineering Council Accredited BEng Hons, MEng or MSc
• CEng / IEng or working towards
• MIFireE or working towards
• Ideally 8+ years' experience in fire engineering
• Extensive experience in delivering fire-engineered solutions for UK-based projects
• Familiar with passive and active fire protection systems
• Strong understanding of UK legislation/regulations and design guidance (applicants from Australia or New Zealand with similar regulatory experience also considered)
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• UK Driving Licence and own vehicle.

What you get back

• Salary £80,000 - £100,000 (Negotiable depending on experience)
• Bonus + Chartership Bonus
• 28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy additional days)
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Mileage paid (45p per mile)
• Electric car benefit scheme
• Life Cover
• Continuous CPD / Professional development.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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