Fire Safety Engineering Lead

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Greater London

On-site

GBP 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a senior Fire Systems and Safety Engineering leader to guide complex design projects across mobility, building, and infrastructure sectors. You will spearhead technical delivery, client relationships, and multi-disciplinary team coordination to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role emphasizes Chartered/CEng status, 3D BIM proficiency, and a proactive approach to mentoring, business development, and adherence to safety standards, with travel across the UK and abroad.

Qualifications

Proven experience independently leading and managing complex design projects.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
IFE membership or chartered alternative is required.
London Underground/Network Rail experience is highly regarded.
Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership for assigned projects and ensure successful delivery
Lead Fire Systems and Safety Engineering designs, feasibility studies, onsite surveys, snagging assessments, and validation of project assurance documentation
Evaluate staff technical competence and identify training and mentoring needs
Manage team-member development and performance
Lead technical delivery of complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective project management
Drive standardization and automation of service offerings
Develop technical client relationships and support business development and new-work acquisition
Conduct design checks and reviews before project submission
Plan resource requirements and delivery strategies for assigned projects
Identify business opportunities and contribute to bids and tenders
Maintain client relationships and lead marketing and networking of Arcadis services
Contribute to skill-building, mentoring, and talent acquisition strategies
Raise technical excellence within the fire engineering discipline
Contribute to sustainable development, NetZero, and environmental initiatives
Generate repeat business and promote Arcadis’ full suite of capabilities

Skills

Fire Systems Eng

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

3D BIM

Mentoring

Education

BEng/BSc in Safety and Fire Eng

MEng/MSc preferred

IFE Membership

Tools

ProjectWise

Common Data Environments

Job description

Provide technical leadership for assigned projects and ensure successful delivery
Lead Fire Systems and Safety Engineering designs, feasibility studies, onsite surveys, snagging assessments, and validation of project assurance documentation
Evaluate staff technical competence and identify training and mentoring needs
Manage team-member development and performance
Lead technical delivery of complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective project management
Drive standardization and automation of service offerings
Develop technical client relationships and support business development and new-work acquisition
Conduct design checks and reviews before project submission
Plan resource requirements and delivery strategies for assigned projects
Identify business opportunities and contribute to bids and tenders
Maintain client relationships and lead marketing and networking of Arcadis services
Contribute to skill-building, mentoring, and talent acquisition strategies
Raise technical excellence within the fire engineering discipline
Contribute to sustainable development, NetZero, and environmental initiatives
Generate repeat business and promote Arcadis’ full suite of capabilities

Requirements

BEng/BSc Degree in Safety and Fire Engineering; MEng/MSc preferred
20+ years of design experience across mobility, building, and infrastructure projects
Proven experience independently leading and managing complex design projects
Membership with the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
Recognized technical authority in Fire Systems and Safety Engineering
Experience delivering solutions for London Underground, Network Rail, D&B Contractors, and other high-profile stakeholders
In-depth knowledge of fire systems engineering, including installations, commissioning, and validation of safety-critical designs
Strong understanding of relevant fire safety codes, standards, and regulations
Proven stakeholder management skills
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within multidisciplinary teams
Significant commercial experience preparing proposals, tenders, and business strategies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership capabilities, including managing geographically dispersed teams
Experience delivering projects in 3D BIM environments and familiarity with common data environments such as ProjectWise
Flexibility to travel within the UK and abroad for project-related work

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Fire Systems and Safety Engineering, with a strong focus on project leadership, client relationship management, and technical excellence. Proven ability to manage complex design projects while ensuring compliance with fire safety codes and standards.

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