Senior Fire Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to join a growing and well-established fire engineering consultancy in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fire professional to take ownership of projects, support junior engineers, and work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile schemes across the UK. You will play a key role in delivering compliant, innovative, and performance-led fire engineering solutions across multiple sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, and mixed-use developments. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and delivery of Fire Strategy Reports. Undertake and review PAS 9980 FRAEW assessments. Deliver performance-based fire engineering design solutions. Provide technical input across RIBA Stages 1–6. Liaise with architects, design teams, contractors, and approving authorities. Support Building Regulations compliance, including Approved Document B. Mentor and support Graduate and Intermediate Engineers. Attend client meetings and represent the business in a professional capacity. Experience & Skills Required Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a related discipline. Proven experience delivering fire strategies within a consultancy environment. Strong working knowledge of Approved Document B, BS 9991, BS 9999, and relevant fire safety legislation. Experience with façade assessments and PAS 9980 desirable. Familiarity with the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Order. Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and stakeholders. Working towards or already achieved Chartership (IFE/CEng) desirable. What’s on Offer Clear progression pathway towards Associate level. Strong Chartership support and structured CPD. Exposure to complex, high-profile projects. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Not actively looking? Please feel free to like, comment, or share this post with friends or colleagues who may be open to a move. We also offer a £500 referral fee for successful placements. I’m always happy to have a confidential, no-obligation conversation — even if it’s just to understand where the market is heading. Call: 0161 669 4716 New York Office 100 Church Street, Suite 800, New York, NY 10007 #J-18808-Ljbffr