Chartered Fire Engineer/Head of Fire Engineering

Brandon James Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity/shareholding

Strategic leadership role

Long-term progression

Job summary

Brandon James is seeking a Chartered Fire Engineer to join as Head of Fire Engineering within a leading fire engineering consultancy in the UK. You will lead complex fire engineering projects from concept through to completion, shape fire strategies and performance-based designs, and mentor junior engineers.

You will manage client relationships, work with architects and developers, and contribute to business growth and strategic direction, with the potential for equity and long-term leadership

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is essential.
• Strong background in fire engineering consultancy.
• Experience developing fire strategies for complex buildings.
• Excellent understanding of UK Building Regulations, BS 9999 and relevant fire engineering standards.
• Experience with performance-based fire engineering and advanced fire safety solutions.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage clients and develop technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex fire engineering projects from concept design through to completion.
• Develop and review fire strategies, fire safety designs and performance-based engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to fire engineers.
• Work collaboratively with architects, developers, contractors and approving authorities.
• Support business development, securing new projects and strengthening existing client relationships.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and long-term growth of the consultancy.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Technical leadership

Client relationships

Project leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Chartered Fire Engineer/Head of Fire Engineering | Fire Engineering Consultancy | £130,000 + Shares

An established and highly regarded fire engineering consultancy is seeking a Chartered Fire Engineer to join their senior leadership team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Chartered Fire Engineer looking to take on a pivotal role within an independent consultancy, with the potential to secure shares in the business.

The consultancy specialises in delivering innovative, technically robust fire engineering solutions across complex building projects, working closely with architects, developers and design teams throughout the UK.

The Chartered Fire Engineer's Role

The successful Chartered Fire Engineer will work closely with the Director, taking responsibility for technical delivery, client relationships and the continued growth of the consultancy.

• Lead complex fire engineering projects from concept design through to completion.
• Develop and review fire strategies, fire safety designs and performance-based engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to fire engineers.
• Work collaboratively with architects, developers, contractors and approving authorities.
• Support business development, securing new projects and strengthening existing client relationships.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and long-term growth of the consultancy.

The Chartered Fire Engineer

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is essential.
• Strong background in fire engineering consultancy.
• Extensive experience developing fire strategies for complex buildings.
• Excellent understanding of UK Building Regulations, BS 9999 and relevant fire engineering standards.
• Experience with performance-based fire engineering and advanced fire safety solutions.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage clients and develop technical teams.
• Commercial awareness and an ambition to progress into business leadership.

In Return?

• Salary circa £130,000
• Potential equity/shareholding in the consultancy
• Direct involvement in business strategy and decision-making.
• Opportunity to shape the future of an established independent fire engineering practice.
• Senior leadership position with genuine long-term progression.
• Exposure to technically challenging and prestigious projects.

This Chartered Fire Engineer opportunity is ideal for an ambitious professional looking to move beyond technical delivery and play a significant role in the ownership, development and success of a specialist fire engineering consultancy.

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