Senior Fire Safety Engineer & Technical Lead

SYSTRA; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Fire Engineer/Technical Lead to oversee complex design projects. This role involves liaising with clients, managing project budgets, and ensuring high-quality fire engineering services. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, postgraduate fire engineering qualification, and strong experience in project management. Locations include London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Manchester, offering an opportunity to contribute to sustainable transport infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in mechanical, structural, civil engineering.
• Postgraduate fire engineering qualification required.
• Broad experience in a similar role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex design projects on time and within budget.
• Manage client relationships and identify business development opportunities.
• Provide advisory support and carry out site visits during construction.

Skills

Fire engineering expertise

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical analysis

Communication and negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in engineering

Postgraduate fire engineering qualification

Tools

FDS/PyroSim

Pathfinder

SAFIR

B-Risk

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Fire Engineer/Technical Lead to oversee complex design projects. This role involves liaising with clients, managing project budgets, and ensuring high-quality fire engineering services. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, postgraduate fire engineering qualification, and strong experience in project management. Locations include London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Manchester, offering an opportunity to contribute to sustainable transport infrastructure.