Fire Consultant

Thomas & Adamson International Ltd (part of the Egis Group) are an award-winning UK based consultancy firm specialising in project management, cost management, building surveying and safety services in the Buildings space. Over the last 90 years, T&A have been supporting and leading organisations through the challenges of procuring, delivering and operating their built assets across the UK, USA and Middle East.

We are now seeking a Fire Consultant to join our team at Thomas & Adamson in Glasgow, Edinburgh or London.

About the role:

As a Fire Consultant at T&A, you will actively lead on project delivery and assist with building the team and capability over time. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved with establishing and growing a fire engineering discipline in a rapidly expanding market, working hand‑in‑hand with our Building Surveying, Project Management, Cost Management and Principal Designer teams.

Our Fire Consultant will be responsible for the following:

• Project Work
  • Act as an integral interface between client, design team, contractors and approving authorities to achieve successful technical and commercial outcomes.
  • Work on fire strategies for new build and refurbishment projects, including performance‑based approaches where appropriate.
  • Plan and deliver project scopes, budgets, and programmes; manage risk, change, and quality through the lifecycle.
  • Provide construction stage support: design checks, site inspections, technical queries, witnessing/validation of fire safety systems, and review of O&M/Record information for handover.
• Technical Delivery
  • Produce and review fire strategies, compartmentation layouts, means of escape and evacuation analyses, smoke control concepts, structural fire resistance requirements, and fire service access provisions.
  • Undertake and/or interpret modelling and calculations and document engineering judgements and assumptions clearly.
  • Specify active and passive fire protection systems; coordinate with MEP and architectural details.
  • Prepare third‑party reviews/design verifications; develop retrospective strategies for occupied buildings.
  • Establish project‑specific compliance plans and evidence trails, ensuring auditable golden‑thread documentation.
  • Lead quality reviews and sign‑off of deliverables; maintain discipline standards, templates, and guidance notes.
  • Lead fire risk appraisal of external walls and retrospective strategy development for existing buildings.
  • Diagnose external wall system risks and define proportionate remediation strategies aligned with performance objectives.
  • Develop or review remediation details and coordinate façade fire performance with structural and MEP requirements.
  • Interpret and challenge large‑scale system test evidence and advise on suitability, substitutions, and equivalence.
  • Plan and oversee intrusive surveys/openings; prepare opening schedules and remediation verification plans.
  • Provide construction‑stage assurance: review installers’ method statements, Inspection & Test Plans, and QA records.
  • Update fire strategies and handover information to reflect as‑built façades.
• Business Development & Practice Leadership
  • Build and sustain client relationships; identify opportunities, contribute to bids/fees, and present technical solutions.
  • Support service line growth: recruitment, mentoring, CPD planning, and technical training for the wider business.
  • Promote Thomas & Adamson through thought leadership and participation in standards/industry networks.
  • Champion Health, Safety & Wellbeing and drive a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
  • Shape and lead cladding remediation propositions.
• General Duties
  • Ensure all activities align with relevant UK legislation, standards, and guidance.
  • Protect client and Thomas & Adamson interests by proactively identifying risks and advising on mitigation measures.
  • Represent Thomas & Adamson in line with our values; ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and robust change control.
• Delivering Great Client Experience
  • Building strong, professional relationships founded on trust, integrity, and reliability.
  • Communicating clearly and concisely with clients and stakeholders regarding information needs, decisions, risks, and residual obligations.
  • Translating complex technical issues into practical, implementable, and value‑for‑money solutions.
• Managing and Motivating the Team
  • Allocate resources effectively, balancing workload, deadlines, and staff development goals.
  • Coach and mentor junior colleagues.
  • Foster a collaborative, supportive culture across disciplines and offices.

What we need from you:

• Degree in a Fire related subject with substantial consultancy experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK codes and standards and familiarity with international frameworks.
• Demonstrable proficiency in developing fire strategies and means of escape design.
• Experience with analysis/modelling tools and methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of authoring clear technical reports.
• Evidence of leading multi‑disciplinary coordination and managing delivery to time, cost, and quality.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site/client engagements.
• Chartered Consultant with IFE (or working toward Chartership) and/or relevant professional memberships/accreditations.
• Experience in façade/fire remediation and golden‑thread/Building Safety evidence requirements.
• Working knowledge of external wall appraisal and remediation frameworks.
• Technical support on feasibility studies and project support.
• Knowledge of BIM/CDE workflows and digital QA tools.
• Business development exposure, bid writing, and fee scoping.