At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex fire safety projects and mentor junior professionals in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established consultancy known for innovative fire safety solutions across diverse sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, private healthcare, and continuous professional development.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while advancing your career in fire safety.
- Qualifications: Minimum five years experience in fire safety consultancy and strong regulatory knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 55454 - 67778 £ per year.
Senior leadership role, complex projects, hybrid working.
Job Summary
This role offers an opportunity to lead complex fire safety projects across the built environment sector. It focuses on managing projects across all RIBA stages from concept through to completion. You will provide technical fire safety consultancy and oversee project delivery performance.
The position includes leadership responsibilities across multidisciplinary teams. You will mentor junior professionals and support technical development across the team. The role involves client engagement, compliance oversight, and commercial management. You will contribute to strategic project delivery across UK and international schemes. This position suits an experienced professional seeking senior responsibility within fire safety consultancy. The role offers long term progression and involvement in high profile projects.
About the Company
This established consultancy delivers fire safety, risk management, and compliance services across diverse sectors. The organisation supports projects from design through to construction and operation stages. Their portfolio spans residential, commercial, and mixed use developments across the UK and internationally. The team collaborates with architects, developers, and public sector clients to embed safety into design. They are recognised for technical expertise and innovative project delivery approaches. The practice promotes a collaborative environment with strong focus on professional development. Employees benefit from exposure to complex projects and structured career progression.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage large scale fire safety projects across all RIBA stages ensuring compliance and technical delivery.
- Lead and mentor engineers, surveyors, and consultants to maintain high performance standards.
- Provide expert fire safety advice aligned with current regulations and industry best practice.
- Oversee project budgets, invoicing, and programme management to ensure commercial success.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to support delivery of project objectives and outcomes.
- Support business development activities to secure new instructions and maintain client relationships.
- Identify development opportunities within the team and support continuous professional growth.
- Report to senior leadership and collaborate across teams to ensure consistent service delivery.
Skills & Experience Required
- Minimum five years experience within fire safety or building consultancy environments.
- Professional membership such as MRICS, MCABE, MIFIREE, MCIOB or working towards accreditation.
- Strong understanding of fire safety design and regulatory frameworks across building types.
- Knowledge of UK compliance processes and construction related legislation.
- Experience managing and mentoring junior team members within a consultancy setting.
- Understanding of building pathology, materials, and construction typologies.
- Experience with cladding systems, facade assessments, and EWS1 processes is desirable.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for project related travel.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary between 60,000 and 75,000 depending on experience and capability.
- Bonus scheme linked to individual and company performance.
- Mileage allowance of 45p per mile for business travel.
- Hybrid working arrangement supporting flexible working patterns.
- Private healthcare and life cover providing additional employee benefits.
- Pension scheme supporting long term financial planning.
- Continuous CPD and professional development opportunities.
- Electric car benefit scheme supporting sustainable travel.
Who Is This Role Ideal For?
This role suits an experienced fire safety professional seeking a senior leadership position. It is ideal for candidates confident managing complex projects and technical delivery. Applicants should have strong regulatory knowledge and consultancy experience. The position benefits those interested in mentoring and developing team members. It suits individuals motivated by client engagement and business growth. Candidates should be comfortable working across multiple sectors and project types.
Apply
If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.
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