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Senior Fire Engineer

United Kingdom, Manchester 60000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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A leading independent fire engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join their growing Manchester team. This opportunity would suit a technically strong Senior Fire Engineer looking to work across complex residential, commercial and mixed-use developments throughout the UK. The successful Senior Fire Engineer will join an established team delivering fire strategy, fire engineering and building safety consultancy services on high-profile projects. This Senior Fire Engineer role offers excellent progression, varied project exposure and hybrid working flexibility.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead fire engineering projects from concept through to completion
  • Support clients, architects and developers on fire safety and regulatory compliance matters
  • Provide technical guidance on fire strategies, Building Regulations compliance, external wall and façade fire safety, means of escape and compartmentation, smoke control systems, passive fire protection, high-risk residential buildings
  • Support junior engineers
  • Attend client meetings
  • Contribute towards the continued growth of the consultancy's fire engineering division

Requirements

  • Degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline
  • Experience within a fire consultancy environment
  • Strong understanding of Approved Document B and Building Safety Act
  • Experience producing fire strategy reports
  • Knowledge of residential and commercial projects
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills

What we offer

  • Bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension contribution
  • Hybrid working
  • Career progression to Associate level
  • CPD support and professional development
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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