At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage fire engineering projects and produce high-quality fire strategies and technical drawings.
- Company: Join a growing and ambitious fire engineering firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with diverse projects and continuous learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fire safety while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in fire engineering project management and strong technical expertise required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and technically proficient Fire Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who can take ownership of small to medium-sized projects, providing technical leadership while ensuring successful project delivery. Reporting directly to senior management, you will act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, managing projects from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will be confident working independently, producing high-quality fire strategies and technical drawings, and maintaining strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage small to medium-sized fire engineering projects from concept through to completion.
- Act as the technical lead and primary point of contact for assigned projects.
- Independently coordinate with design teams and produce fire strategies, technical reports, and technical drawings with minimal supervision.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Prepare fee proposals and respond promptly to client correspondence.
- Build and maintain positive client relationships, managing expectations throughout project lifecycles.
- Liaise with approving authorities and lead project submissions, seeking support from senior management where required.
- Monitor project budgets, fees, and scope to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
- Proactively identify and communicate any risks relating to project scope, programme, or financial performance.
- Escalate concerns to senior management promptly when project parameters may be exceeded.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records, including meeting minutes and project documentation.
- Ensure all project information is stored correctly and in accordance with company procedures.
- Accurately record time and project activities through company timesheet systems.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of technical knowledge within the team.
- Participate in ongoing learning and development activities.
- Maintain a record of Continued Professional Development (CPD) and stay informed of industry developments, standards, and legislation.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience managing small to medium-sized projects within a fire engineering or related environment.
- Strong technical expertise in fire engineering, including the preparation of fire strategies and technical drawings.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and project management skills.
- The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders.
- Experience liaising with clients, design teams, and approving authorities.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and professional development.
Performance Expectations:
- Maintain a minimum efficiency target of 85% billable utilisation (excluding annual leave, sickness, and approved training).
- Deliver high-quality work that meets company standards and client expectations.
- Support the company's commitment to technical excellence and continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.
- Career progression within a growing and ambitious business.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Fire Engineer employer: Notion4 Limited
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Fire Engineer, where you will have the opportunity to lead exciting projects while fostering strong client relationships. Our collaborative work culture prioritises professional development, offering ongoing training and career progression within a growing business. With a competitive salary and a commitment to technical excellence, we provide an environment where your skills can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
