Senior Fire Safety Engineer – Manchester

RGB; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Annual bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working

Company laptop

Mobile phone

Job summary

RGB, a leading independent fire safety design consultancy, is seeking a Senior Fire Safety Engineer in Manchester. The role centers on leading fire engineering projects for stadiums, arenas, museums, and large urban developments, delivering compliant, value-driven designs and strong client communication.

The successful candidate will mentor juniors and drive project teams while enjoying a flexible, hybrid working pattern and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading fire safety engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of building regulations and codes.
• Excellent client-facing communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and manage client relationships from concept through completion.
• Collaborate with directors, clients, and design teams to deliver high-quality fire safety solutions.
• Apply fire safety principles and building regulations to ensure compliance with governing bodies’ codes.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and detailed fire safety drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional development.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationships

Fire safety design

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Fire Safety Engineering

Job description

This permanent Senior Fire Safety Engineer – Manchester position with RGB offers a salary of £55,000 to £70,000 plus bonus and additional benefits, alongside clear career progression.

Based in Manchester, the successful candidate will join an independent fire safety design consultancy known for client-focused solutions on major sports stadiums, arenas, museums and large urban developments.

The role involves delivering value-driven fire engineering design across varied projects, so strong technical knowledge, analytical ability and effective communication with clients and project teams are essential.

A collaborative, flexible working pattern is offered, with a strong emphasis on professional development, making this suitable for an experienced engineer seeking greater responsibility within a well-established practice.

Senior Fire Safety Engineer – Manchester - £70,000 + Bonus I am currently representing a leading fire safety design consultancy, an independent provider of high-quality, client-focused solutions.

With decades of combined experience, this well-established company has worked on some of the most iconic fire safety projects across the globe, including major sports stadiums, world-renowned arenas, iconic museums, and large-scale urban development projects.

They are recognised as experts in fire safety engineering, offering value-driven solutions for both large and small-scale projects.

This dynamic consultancy is now seeking a Senior Fire Safety Engineer to join their team in Manchester.

The team They offer a collaborative and flexible working environment, with a strong focus on development, internal promotion, and delivering high-quality fire safety solutions across a range of sectors.

This senior role provides the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and take on more strategic responsibilities, all while enjoying the benefits of career development, training, and progression.

Salary Package:

• Basic salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (flexible depending on experience)
• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Bi-annual company bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working
• Company laptop and mobile phone

Qualifications and training courses

Key Duties:

• Leading projects and managing client relationships from initial concept through to completion
• Collaborating with directors, clients, and design teams to deliver high-quality fire safety solutions
• Applying fire safety principles and building regulations to ensure compliance with governing bodies’ codes
• Preparing engineering reports, calculations, and detailed fire safety drawings
• Managing project teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers, providing guidance and development opportunities

What You Will Need:

• Previous experience in fire safety engineering, with significant exposure to managing projects
• Proven ability to lead and manage fire safety projects from inception to completion
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to approach complex challenges with practical solutions
• A solid understanding of fire safety regulations and the technical knowledge required for their application
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and internal teams
• A relevant university degree or equivalent qualification in fire safety engineering or a related field