Principal Fire Engineer

Brandon James Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fire engineering consultancy in Manchester is looking for a Principal Fire Engineer to lead projects and mentor a talented team. The role involves delivering fire safety solutions, managing projects from concept to completion, and providing expert advice to clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a passion for technical excellence and collaboration.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Professional membership covered

Salary sacrifices pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fire engineering, ideally with Chartered status (CEng/MIFireE).
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and design codes.
• A collaborative leader with a passion for innovation and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of fire engineering projects from concept through to completion.
• Provide strategic and technical advice to clients, design teams, and stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor engineers at various levels.

Skills

Leadership

Technical innovation

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Join an Award-Winning Fire Engineering Consultancy

An independent, multi-award-winning fire engineering consultancy renowned for delivering innovative, compliant, and practical fire safety solutions across the UK and internationally are looking to appoint a principal fire engineer in their busy Manchester office.

As a Principal Fire Engineer in the Manchester office, you will play a key role in leading high-profile projects, mentoring a talented engineering team, and driving technical innovation. This is an opportunity to step into a senior position within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your expertise will shape the built environment for decades to come.

The Role of the Principal Fire Engineer

• Lead the delivery of fire engineering projects from concept through to completion, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
• Provide strategic and technical advice to clients, design teams, and stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor engineers at various levels, supporting their professional growth and development.
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and quality assurance processes.
• Contribute to business development through client relationship management and proposal writing.

About the Principal Fire Engineer

• Degree-qualified in Fire Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in fire engineering, ideally with Chartered status (CEng/MIFireE).
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and manage client relationships.
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and design codes.
• A collaborative leader with a passion for innovation and technical excellence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salaries, £65,000 – £75,000 dependent on experience
• Discretionary Bonus, up to £3,600 tax free due to employee-owned benefit
• Work with industry leaders on some of the UK’s most exciting and challenging projects.
• Private healthcare and gym membership discounts
• Professional membership covered
• Season ticket loan for travel assistance
• Salary sacrifices pension scheme (Employer pays 10%)
• Regular social events
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ongoing CPD, mentoring, and professional development support.
• Flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your skills and expertise.

If you are a Principal Fire Engineer, or a fire engineer or any level considering your opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.

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