Principal Fire Surveyor

Brandon James; Stirling; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Principal Fire Surveyor to manage fire safety surveys and mentor junior staff. The role involves providing expert advice on compliance and leading projects to ensure best practices in fire safety. The ideal candidate will have significant surveying experience and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary between £58,000 and £68,000 is offered, along with performance bonuses and other benefits.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Performance related bonus

Private medical insurance

Life insurance 4x salary

EV Vehicle scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fire surveying, risk assessment, and compliance within the built environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Scottish and UK building regulations and fire safety legislation.
• Ability to manage and inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage fire safety surveys, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Provide expert technical advice on fire safety design and compliance.
• Support and mentor junior surveyors in their professional progression.

Skills

Fire surveying

Leadership skills

Client-facing communication

Education

Chartered status with a recognised professional body

Job description

Overview

A leading, independent consultancy specialising in fire safety, facade engineering, and fire risk management are looking for a highly experienced Principal Fire Surveyor to join Glasgow team, playing a pivotal role in delivering fire safety expertise across a diverse range of sectors and complex projects.

The Role

As a Principal Fire Surveyor, you will:

• Lead and manage fire safety surveys, inspections, and fire risk assessments.
• External wall surveys / EWS1
• Compartmentation and Fire Door surveys
• Provide expert technical advice on fire safety design, compliance, and strategy.
• Support and mentor junior surveyors, helping to develop their technical knowledge and professional progression.
• Work closely with clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure best practice fire safety solutions.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring high standards, accuracy, and compliance with regulations and legislation.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in fire surveying, risk assessment, and compliance within the built environment.
• Chartered status (or working towards) with a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, IFSM, IFE, CIOB).
• Strong working knowledge of Scottish and UK building regulations, fire safety legislation, and industry standards.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, able to build strong, long-term relationships.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £58,000 - £68,000
• 27 days annual leave
• Performance related bonus
• 6% pension
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced sick pay
• Life insurance 4x salary
• Enhanced parental leave
• EV Vehicle scheme
• Bimonthly and yearly employee awards (Cash prizes)

If you are an experienced Fire Surveyor ready to step into a principal role, or an established Principal Surveyor seeking a fresh challenge with a forward-thinking consultancy, please get in touch with Megan Cole at Brandon James.

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