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Principal Fire Safety Consultant

United Kingdom, Leicester 65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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A respected and growing fire engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Consultant to join their expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially aware Principal Fire Safety Consultant who enjoys managing complex projects, building strong client relationships and delivering innovative fire safety solutions across large-scale developments.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the development of fire strategies across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a particular focus on high-rise commercial buildings and large-scale developments
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, working closely with clients, design teams and stakeholders to deliver practical, cost-effective and compliant fire safety solutions
  • Compare and evaluate fire management solutions, conducting Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), producing high-quality written fire strategies and providing expert technical guidance throughout project lifecycles

Requirements

  • Extensive experience within fire engineering, fire safety consultancy or a related discipline
  • A proven track record of producing and reviewing written fire strategies for complex and high-value developments
  • Experience in Commercial Property
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, Approved Document B, British Standards and industry guidance
  • Experience leading fire strategy development across a range of sectors, including high-rise commercial buildings
  • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional technical standards
  • Experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and evaluating fire management solutions
  • Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationships
  • A commercial mindset, capable of delivering practical, cost-effective and compliant fire safety solutions
  • Strong report-writing, presentation and stakeholder management skills

Nice to have

  • Membership of a relevant professional body such as the IFE, IFSM or equivalent
  • A degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Engineering or a related discipline

What we offer

  • Bonus potential
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension contribution
  • Professional development and support towards further qualifications
  • Opportunity to lead prestigious projects across multiple sectors
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