Fire Risk Consultant / Senior Fire Risk Consultant

Stantec; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fire safety consultancy firm is seeking a Fire Risk Consultant / Senior Fire Risk Consultant to join their expanding team in the UK. The role involves conducting fire risk assessments, supporting clients, and mentoring junior consultants. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in fire safety, with opportunities for training and career development. This position offers flexibility to be based in multiple locations across the Midlands and North England.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and development opportunities

Impactful work in fire safety sector

Qualifications

• Minimum Technician Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) is required.
• Practical experience in fire risk assessments is essential, ideally with medium-complexity projects.
• Organised and proactive approach towards project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medium-complexity fire risk assessments on various buildings.
• Deliver high-quality outputs and provide specialist advice to clients.
• Mentor graduate consultants to enhance team growth.

Skills

Fire safety knowledge

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Recognised qualification in a fire safety or fire-related subject

Technician Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)

Job description

Overview

At Stantec, we're looking for a Fire Risk Consultant / Senior Fire Risk Consultant to join our expanding Fire Risk Management. The role offers flexibility to be located in any of our Midlands or North of England offices, specifically Birmingham, Manchester, Warrington, Leeds or Newcastle.

Our global firm, with over 34,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents and 150 years of experience in the UK, is committed to protecting lives and property by delivering world‑class fire safety consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medium‑complexity, normal‑risk fire risk assessments (FRAs) on a wide variety of buildings.
• Deliver high‑quality outputs in line with regulatory standards and provide specialist advice and technical support to clients.
• Mentor graduate consultants and contribute to the development and growth of the team.
• Act as a professional ambassador of Stantec, maintaining strong client relationships and upholding our values.
• Be willing to travel to sites throughout the Midlands and North of England.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in a fire safety or fire‑related subject.
• Minimum Technician Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE).
• Registered with a recognised third‑party accreditation scheme (e.g. IFE Register of Fire Risk Assessors).
• Practical experience carrying out fire risk assessments, ideally including medium‑complexity projects.
• Organised and proactive approach to project delivery and time management.
• Passion for professional development and a desire to mentor others.

Benefits

• Collaborative, forward‑thinking environment where expertise is valued and growth is supported.
• Opportunities for training and development to enhance your career prospects.
• Impactful work contributing to safer, smarter buildings and tangible difference across the built environment.
• Work with a global community of over 34,000 employees across 450 locations.

Equal Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.