Senior Fire Engineer

Bimplus; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Job summary

Bimplus in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer who can work remotely with site visits along the South Coast on residential and commercial projects. You will lead fire strategies, FRA reports and ensure regulatory compliance while delivering technical guidance to project teams.

The role offers autonomy, client-facing responsibilities, and a clear path for progression within a growing consultancy, with a competitive salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in fire engineering or surveying.
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation.
• Experience with fire strategies and FRA reports.
• Ability to manage projects independently.
• Comfortable in client-facing environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fire strategies for residential and commercial schemes.
• Undertake fire risk assessments (Type 1-4).
• Provide input on façade remediation and EWS1 work.
• Liaise with design teams and contractors.
• Prepare technical reports and compliance documentation.
• Manage multiple projects independently.
• Support client meetings and technical discussions.
• Ensure delivery aligns with UK regulations.
• Maintain quality and programme standards.
• Contribute to team and service development.

Skills

Fire engineering

UK fire safety

Project management

Client liaison

FRA reports

Facade knowledge

IFE membership

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Job Overview

Senior Fire Engineer role based remotely with site work across the South Coast, supporting residential and commercial projects. The position focuses on fire strategies, fire risk assessments, and regulatory compliance, including façade remediation and external wall assessments. Suited to an experienced candidate seeking autonomy within a growing consultancy, managing multiple projects and contributing to technical delivery and client outcomes.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver fire strategies for residential and commercial schemes
• Undertake fire risk assessments (Type 1-4)
• Provide input on façade remediation and EWS1 work
• Liaise with design teams and contractors
• Prepare technical reports and compliance documentation
• Manage multiple projects independently
• Support client meetings and technical discussions
• Ensure delivery aligns with UK regulations
• Maintain quality and programme standards
• Contribute to team and service development

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3+ years in fire engineering or surveying
• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation
• Experience with fire strategies and FRA reports
• Ability to manage projects independently
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of façade systems beneficial
• Working towards or achieved IFE membership preferred
• Comfortable in client-facing environments
• Proactive and adaptable approach

Salary & Benefits

£55,000 – £75,000 depending on experience. Remote working with South Coast travel, bonus scheme, and potential car allowance. Standard holiday and flexible working options available.