An outstanding opportunity has opened for a Senior Fire Engineer to join a respected UK consultancy known for delivering innovative fire safety solutions across complex, high-profile projects. This forward-thinking firm is expanding its London team and is looking for a technically capable and ambitious Senior Fire Engineer to take ownership of challenging schemes across a wide variety of sectors.

The Senior Fire Engineer will lead the development of performance-based fire strategies, working collaboratively with architects, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure safety and compliance without compromising design integrity. With access to industry-leading tools and true flexibility in working style, this is a rare chance for a Senior Fire Engineer to shape landmark projects while progressing professionally.

The Senior Fire Engineer's Role

• Develop and deliver robust fire strategies from concept to handover
• Apply Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991 and the Building Safety Act in project work
• Undertake advanced fire engineering calculations and performance-based design
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams and attend client meetings
• Lead site inspections, technical reviews, and design appraisals
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal technical development
• Support fee proposals and project management on major schemes

The Senior Fire Engineer

• Degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a fire consultancy or engineering role
• Strong working knowledge of UK fire codes and standards
• Skilled in preparing clear and detailed fire strategy reports
• Experience with CFD modelling software (e.g. PyroSim, Pathfinder) beneficial
• Chartered or actively working towards MIFireE or CEng status
• Confident communicator with a solution-focused mindset

In Return?

• £55,000 - £75,000 salary
• Generous bonus scheme
• Hybrid working with flexible hours
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance and wellbeing support
• Paid professional memberships and CPD funding
• Clear career progression and chartership support

If you are a Fire Engineer or other fire safety professional and considering your career opportunities, then contact Stuart Miller at Brandon James.

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