Lead Fire Engineer: High-Rise & Campus Projects

WSP in the UK & Ireland; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal Fire Engineer to manage multiple projects, including university buildings and high-rise towers. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering and experience in fire engineering consulting. Responsibilities include design liaison and advising on safety improvements. The role allows for work from any major UK office and encourages continuous professional development within the team.

Qualifications

• BSc (BEng) or MSc (MEng) in Fire, Structural, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience within the fire engineering consulting industry.
• Willingness to work from any UK major office.
• Knowledge of fire standards and software packages.

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, including university buildings and high-rise residential towers.
• Run through design information, liaise with disciplines, and present designs to authorities and Fire Service.
• Advise the design team on safety improvements and architectural changes.

Skills

Experience within the fire engineering consulting industry

Knowledge of fire standards and software packages

Technical report writing

Project management skills

Education

BSc (BEng) or MSc (MEng) in Fire, Structural, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal Fire Engineer to manage multiple projects, including university buildings and high-rise towers. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering and experience in fire engineering consulting. Responsibilities include design liaison and advising on safety improvements. The role allows for work from any major UK office and encourages continuous professional development within the team.