Senior FRAEW Consultant | Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls | Façade Fire Safety | Building Safety
A well-established and growing fire safety consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior FRAEW Consultant to join their specialist team.
The consultancy provides expert fire safety and building safety services across a wide range of residential and commercial properties throughout the UK.
The successful Senior FRAEW Consultant will have extensive experience assessing external wall systems, identifying façade-related fire risks and delivering detailed Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW) in accordance with PAS 9980.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior FRAEW Consultant looking to take on complex projects, provide technical expertise and play a key role within an expanding specialist consultancy.
The Senior FRAEW Consultant's Role
- Undertake detailed FRAEW assessments in accordance with PAS 9980.
- Assess external wall systems, cladding materials, insulation and façade construction.
- Identify fire risks associated with external wall systems on high-rise and complex buildings.
- Produce comprehensive FRAEW reports with clear findings and recommendations.
- Review building documentation, façade specifications and intrusive investigation findings.
- Provide technical guidance to clients regarding external wall fire safety and remediation.
- Work closely with fire engineers, building surveyors and other technical specialists.
- Support and mentor junior consultants where required.
The Senior FRAEW Consultant
- Extensive experience completing FRAEW assessments and external wall fire risk appraisals.
- Strong technical understanding of façade systems, cladding and external wall construction.
- Excellent working knowledge of PAS 9980 and relevant UK fire safety legislation.
- Experience assessing high-rise residential and complex buildings.
- Relevant degree in Fire Engineering, Building Surveying, Construction or a related discipline.
- Professional membership or chartership with a relevant body (such as IFE, RICS or CABE) is desirable.
- Proven ability to independently manage complex FRAEW projects.
- Excellent technical report writing and client-facing skills.
In Return?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Opportunity to work on complex external wall and façade projects.
- Clear opportunities for career progression.
- Supportive, technically experienced team.
- Continued professional development and training.
- Opportunity to influence the growth of a specialist fire safety consultancy.
If you are an experienced Senior FRAEW Consultant with a strong background in external walls and façades, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
Senior FRAEW Consultant employer: Brandon James Limited
Join a dynamic and independent building consultancy in London, where you can shape your career as an Associate Director Building Surveyor. With a focus on delivering high-quality work and fostering long-term client relationships, this role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth, competitive salary, and benefits such as flexible hybrid working, private healthcare, and a clear path to directorship. Experience a supportive work culture that values your influence and decision-making in a lean, respected team.
