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Principal Fire Engineer

United Kingdom 80000.00 - 95000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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A leading specialist fire consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Fire Engineer to join their expanding the North West Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished Principal Fire Engineer to work on complex high-rise, residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK. The successful Principal Fire Engineer will join an established team delivering fire strategy, fire engineering and building safety consultancy services to major developers, housing providers and design teams. This Principal Fire Engineer role offers clear progression, project leadership responsibility and hybrid working flexibility.

Job Responsibility

  • Producing and reviewing fire strategies
  • Advising on Building Regulations and Building Safety Act compliance
  • Supporting Gateway submissions for high-risk buildings
  • Leading client and multidisciplinary design meetings
  • Mentoring Graduate and Senior Fire Engineers
  • Reviewing smoke control and evacuation strategies
  • Supporting external wall and façade fire safety matters

Requirements

  • Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline
  • Extensive consultancy experience within fire engineering
  • Strong understanding of UK fire legislation and Approved Document B
  • Experience leading complex projects independently
  • Excellent technical report writing ability
  • Chartered status or working towards chartership desirable

Nice to have

Chartered status or working towards chartership desirable

What we offer

  • Annual bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Enhanced pension contribution
  • Hybrid working arrangement
  • Clear progression to Associate and Director level
  • Ongoing CPD and professional development
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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