Divisional Director Fire Engineering

RSK Group plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in sustainable solutions is seeking a Divisional Director of Fire Safety to join their Compliance and Safety Team in London. This full-time, permanent role emphasizes leadership in business development, team management, and financial accountability within the Fire Safety Division. The company promotes a hybrid work model and values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior management role.
• Strong commercial focus.
• Leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

• Managing the financial performance of the Fire Safety Division.
• Leading business development and client engagement.
• Overseeing the team and mentoring junior members.

Skills

Commercial Focus

Leadership

Business Development

Networking

Education

Fire Safety Engineering Degree such as BSc, MEng or MSc

Membership of IFE (Member) preferred or working towards

Incorporated or Chartered Engineer preferred or working towards

Job description

The Keegans Group are looking for a Divisional Director of Fire Safety within the Compliance and Safety Team. We provide fire safety support and advice and assist in the delivery of appropriate fire safety advice.

This role reports to the Managing Director and will have a team to manager

This is a full time/permanent position in London and operates a Hybrid model.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Marketing Team with the preparation and submission of tenders and fee proposals including the preparation and review of technical responses and fees.
• Leading on business development including direct engagement with existing and perspective clients in relation to fire safety and fire engineering approaches in respect of building works to new and existing buildings.
• Attend industry events and awards representing Keegans/ECD and the wider RSK Group.
• Actively seek out opportunities to secure new business with existing and new clients through networking and collaborative working.
• Manage the financial performance of the Fire Safety Division including preparing monthly financial reporting in relation to fee income and the management of direct costs. Reporting on resource requirements etc.
• Responsible for the completion of the Quarterly Board reports.
• Attend weekly Senior Management Team Meetings.
• Manage the timely and accurate issuing of invoices in line with Company Requirements.
• Support the Managing Director with the development of annual budgets and resource planning including development of Divisional Goals and Objectives.
• Responsible for the maintenance and development of the QMA process and work collaboratively with the Senior Management Team to retain QMS and other Corporate Registrations including BAFE, IFE and IFSM.
• Lead the Building Safety Working Group and act as the lead point of contact for the Building a Safer Future Champion status.
• Responsible for the management and development of direct reports including managing performance.
• Undertaking appraisals and preparing personal development plan identifying relevant training needs.
• Manging your own CPD requirements including identifying significant developments within the industry including changes to legislation, best practise and the use of systems and tools to improve the efficiency of the division.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members including progression to achieve professional member status.
• Undertake peer reviews of technical fire safety related documents, including PAS 9980 FRAEW and PAS 79 FRA assessments providing feedback and commentary prior to issue.
• Undertake specialist fire safety commissions including carrying out site inspections and authoring technical reports providing feedback to clients and their representatives as required.
• Acting as Project Fire Engineer Attend Design Team Meetings and actively engage in the design process providing guidance and support to the design team.
• Undertake Design reviews and comment on statutory compliance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant Fire Safety Engineering Degree such as BSc MEng or MSc
• Incorporated or Chartered Engineer preferred or working towards
• Membership of IFE (Member) preferred or working towards
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior management role
• Strong commercial focus

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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. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?