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Director of Fire Engineering

United Kingdom, Birmingham 90000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 26, 2026
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An established organisation is seeking a Director of Fire Engineering to oversee and develop its fire engineering capability. This Director of Fire Engineering role is ideal for an experienced Director of Fire Engineering looking to take on a senior position with responsibility for shaping team performance and technical delivery.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead complex, multidisciplinary fire engineering projects to the highest technical standards
  • Provide expert guidance on performance-based design, CFD modelling, evacuation strategies and fire compliance
  • Act as technical sign-off authority, ensuring adherence to ADB, BS 9991, BS 9999, NFPA and EN standards
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement across fire engineering practices
  • Build and maintain senior client relationships across multiple sectors
  • Lead business development activities including bids, proposals and client presentations
  • Represent the business at industry forums, panels and regulatory discussions
  • Identify new market opportunities and support long-term growth strategy
  • Lead, mentor and develop fire engineering teams, supporting chartership and career progression

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading high-profile projects and technical teams
  • Strong track record in business development and securing major projects
  • Deep expertise in fire engineering design, modelling and compliance
  • Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary environments
  • Strategic mindset with strong commercial awareness
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) with IFE membership or equivalent
  • Extensive experience within fire engineering consultancy

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Pension & Bonus Scheme

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