Senior Forensic Fire Engineer

HKA Birmingham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Forensic Fire Engineer to join their Forensic Technical Services team. This role involves leading technical analyses related to fire engineering in complex disputes and working with high-profile clients. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of relevant consultancy experience and a deep understanding of fire safety regulations. The position offers a collaborative culture and opportunities for continuous professional development, including flexibility in working patterns.

Benefits

Tailored career development

Flexible working patterns

Mentoring from industry leaders

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise built over 10+ years in consultancy.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly to clients and legal teams.
• Experience in forensic analysis or interest in expert witness work.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analysis on fire engineering issues within disputes.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality forensic insights.
• Act as an advisor on fire safety regulations to clients.

Skills

Technical analysis on fire engineering issues

Communication of complex technical issues

Collaborative mindset

Knowledge of UK and international fire regulations

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or closely related discipline

Job description

HKA is one of the world’s leading privately owned, independent providers of consulting, expert and advisory services for the construction, manufacturing, process and technology industries.

As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, dispute and overrun, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide. Our experts have testified across the globe on many of the largest quantum, delay, engineering and commercial damages matters.

HKA is seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Forensic Fire Engineer to join our growing Forensic Technical Services (FTS) team. This is a unique opportunity to transition into forensic claims consultancy and work alongside industry‑leading experts on complex, high‑profile disputes across the UK and internationally.

At HKA, you’ll be part of a collaborative, expert‑led culture that values your insight and supports your growth. You’ll contribute to the continued success of our EMEA FTS business, working on technically challenging assignments while being mentored by recognised leaders in the field.

Why Join HKA?

• Be part of a globally respected consultancy with a strong reputation in expert witness services.
• Work on diverse, high-impact projects with international reach.
• Receive tailored career development, mentoring, and exposure to multidisciplinary teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead technical analysis on fire engineering issues within complex construction and infrastructure disputes.
• Collaborate with expert teams to deliver high‑quality forensic reports and insights that support legal proceedings and client outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to legal teams and clients, offering clarity and expertise on fire safety regulations and standards.
• Support appointed Expert Witnesses, contributing to multidisciplinary expert teams and helping shape case strategy.
• Provide peer review and quality assurance across deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and technical excellence.
• Contribute to the growth of the FTS practice by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior colleagues, and driving innovation in fire engineering consultancy.

What you'll bring:

• A degree in Fire Engineering or a closely related discipline, with deep technical expertise built over 10+ years in consultancy.
• A strong understanding of UK and international fire regulations, with experience applying standards across jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly—both in writing and verbally—to clients, legal teams, and peers.
• Experience in forensic analysis or a keen interest in transitioning into expert witness work, with support from HKA to develop in this area.
• A collaborative mindset, with the confidence to contribute to high‑stakes projects and the humility to learn from others.
• A passion for excellence and continuous improvement, aligned with HKA’s commitment to delivering world‑class consultancy services.

What we offer:

At HKA we recognise that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path.

We operate a flexible working pattern both in terms of hours and location and are happy with flexible remote working.

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA. We are committed to responding to all applicants who apply by the closing date.

ED&I at HKA:

HKA has a thriving ED&I committee working hard to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for a truly diverse set of employees. We are committed as a business on the continued improvement of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy, please visit our careers page for further information or feel free to ask our recruitment team for further information.

All HKA employment decisions are firstly made on merit and shall be made without regard to age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marriage, and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, or anyother basis in compliance with local legislation.