Associate Director

Overview
Our client is a respected and growing multidisciplinary consultancy, with offices across London and the South.
They are seeking an Associate Director & Lead Fire Engineer to create and lead a brand-new Fire Engineering service line.
This is a rare opportunity to build a department from the ground up, shape its strategy, and establish a high-profile offering within a company with national reach.
About the Role
As Associate Director & Lead Fire Engineer, you will have full ownership of establishing a new fire engineering service.
You will define standards, deliver consultancy across a broad and varied project portfolio, and lead a growing team of fire engineers.
Your role combines technical leadership with strategic business development.
You will generate new client relationships, grow revenue streams, and position the service as a trusted adviser for complex projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Establishing and leading the Fire Engineering service from inception.
Driving business development and winning new clients.
Delivering high-level fire engineering consultancy, including fire strategies, FRAEW & PAS **** assessments, technical reports, and building/fire risk assessments.
Leading advanced fire engineering analysis such as CFD and evacuation modelling.
Developing fire safety management plans and providing strategic advice to clients.
Building, mentoring, and managing a growing team of fire engineers.
About You
You are a Chartered Fire Engineer (MIFireE or equivalent) with over 10 years\’ experience delivering complex fire engineering projects.
Ambitious and entrepreneurial, you are motivated to build and lead a high-performing team from the ground up.
You are confident in generating new business, developing long-term client relationships, and positioning a service as a trusted adviser on complex projects.
You take full ownership of your service line and are driven by the opportunity to shape its growth, impact, and long-term success within a multidisciplinary consultancy environment.
Benefits
Competitive six-figure salary and flexible working
Attractive incentives, including generous performance-related bonuses and team-based rewards
The chance to work with a consultancy that values innovation, collaboration, and expertise
Clear progression to Director as the team grows, with P&L and shareholding opportunities
Apply Now
If you are ready to build a fire engineering service from the ground up and step into a senior leadership role, apply now or contact Hugo Oliver on or
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