Senior Fire Engineer
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Senior Fire Engineer leading PAS 9980 FRAEWs, fire strategies and remediation advice. Supporting Airey Miller, a UK property and construction consultancy, on complex building projects.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEWs) in accordance with PAS 9980, providing evidence-based conclusions and proportionate recommendations
- Develop fire strategies for new developments, refurbishments and changes of use
- Assess existing buildings, identify fire safety deficiencies and advise on remediation solutions
- Manage projects from initial scope and fee proposals through to delivery, ensuring quality, budgets and deadlines are met
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, developers and multidisciplinary design teams, including façade and structural specialists
- Support Building Safety Regulator (BSR) submissions and fire safety compliance for higher-risk buildings
- Undertake site inspections, review technical evidence and ensure risks and recommendations are clearly documented
- Mentor junior engineers, undertake technical reviews and contribute to the continued growth of the fire engineering team
- Report to the Technical Director–Fire Engineering and take responsibility for allocated commissions
- Provide clear, practical advice supported by evidence and sound professional judgement
- Contribute to technical standards and successful project delivery
Requirements:
- At least 5–10 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in fire engineering
- Proven ability to lead projects independently
- Demonstrable experience delivering FRAEWs in accordance with PAS 9980, including external wall investigations and remediation advice
- Strong experience in fire strategies, existing building assessments, compartmentation and fire protection
- Good knowledge of Building Regulations, Approved Document B, relevant British Standards and the Building Safety Act framework
- A relevant degree or equivalent technical qualifications, supported by substantial fire engineering experience
- Excellent technical report writing, analytical and communication skills
- Ability to manage clients, projects and fees
- Experience supervising or mentoring engineers and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
- Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) or a relevant professional body
- Chartered Engineer, Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Building Engineer status, or progress towards professional registration, is desirable
Benefits:
- Bonus incentive
- Private medical insurance
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays
- One additional day off for your birthday
- Additional holiday days over the Christmas period (3–4 days, at Director’s discretion)
- Professional subscriptions paid by the company
- Access to a wider range of employee benefits and rewards
- Group-wide investment, shared expertise and career development opportunities
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