Senior Fire Engineers

Stantec; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Holidays

Free private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Plymouth seeks a Senior Fire Engineer to provide technical leadership in developing fire strategies for complex projects. You will build relationships with clients, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Fire Engineering and experience in multidisciplinary consultancy environments. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and great benefits including private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience producing fire strategies for complex buildings.
• Proficient in fire modelling tools such as FDS and PyroSim.
• Strong ability to present technical matters clearly to clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of performance-based fire strategies.
• Build strong client relationships and provide clear advice.
• Mentor junior Fire Engineers and promote knowledge sharing.

Skills

Fire strategy production

Proficient in FDS

Strong communication skills

Experience in consultancy

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent

Tools

FDS

PyroSim

Pathfinder

Job description

Senior Fire Engineers – Stantec

Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

About the Role

Technical Leadership:

• Support the delivery of performance-based and code-compliant fire strategies across a diverse portfolio, including healthcare, education, commercial, residential, life sciences and major regeneration projects.
• Provide authoritative guidance through all project stages, including concept design, detailed design, construction, and handover.
• Oversee fire and smoke modelling (CFD), evacuation modelling and smoke control strategies, working closely with internal specialists.
• Ensure all design solutions meet relevant regulations, standards and Stantec quality processes (ADB, BS 9991, BS 9999, NFPA, EN guidelines).
• Act as Technical Lead on major bids and complex multi-disciplinary schemes.

Client & Project Leadership:

• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, developers, contractors, and approval authorities.
• Lead client meetings, technical workshops and regulatory consultations.
• Provide clear, commercially aware advice that supports successful planning, design and delivery outcomes.
• Champion fire‑safety integration across Stantec’s Architecture, MEP, Structural, Transport, Environmental and Project Management teams.

Business Growth:

• Contribute to the growth of the Fire Engineering service within the buildings business across the UK.
• Support work‑winning activities, including fee proposals, bid writing and strategic pursuits.
• Identify opportunities to develop new markets and strengthen our position as a trusted partner for clients.

People Leadership & Mentoring:

• Mentor and support junior Fire Engineers, helping shape their development and pathway to IFE/CEng status.
• Promote a culture of technical excellence, collaboration and knowledge‑sharing across the team and wider business.
• Contribute to internal initiatives and thought leadership within Stantec’s Fire Engineering community.

About You:

• Experience producing fire strategies for complex buildings.
• Proficient in FDS, PyroSim, Pathfinder or similar modelling tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical matters clearly to clients.
• Experience in a consultancy environment working on multidisciplinary projects.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset aligned to Stantec’s values of community, creativity and integrity.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline (MEP, Structural, Building Services with fire specialism).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards with IFE or equivalent.

Why Join Us?

• Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Awards: Stantec were awarded the Stantec named ‘Best place to work’ and ‘International consulting firm of the year’ at NCE Awards at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great Projects in all of our sectors across the UK & I.
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

About Stantec

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success.

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.