Senior Fire Engineer
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West MidlandspermanentPosted: 30 March 2026
Apply NowA leading consultancy within the built environment sector is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to deliver complex, high-risk projects across a diverse client portfolio.
This opportunity suits a technically strong Senior Fire Engineer looking to take ownership of projects while influencing design, compliance, and safety outcomes at the highest level.
The Senior Fire Engineer's Role
The Senior Fire Engineer will lead fire engineering delivery across all RIBA stages, producing robust fire strategies and performance-based solutions. You will undertake detailed analysis including means of escape, smoke control design, façade risk assessments, and structural fire considerations.
The Senior Fire Engineer will utilise fire modelling tools (CFD or zone modelling) to assess fire behaviour, supporting clear and justified engineering decisions. You will interpret UK legislation including Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7974, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, particularly on higher-risk buildings.
Acting as a key technical authority, the Senior Fire Engineer will engage with clients, design teams, and regulators, while mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical outputs to maintain quality and consistency.
The Senior Fire Engineer
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Significant experience delivering complex fire engineering projects
Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and standards
Expertise in fire dynamics, smoke movement, and protection systems
Experience with fire modelling software and analysis
A degree in Fire Engineering or similar discipline
Chartered status (or working towards) with a recognised body
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Commercial awareness and project management capabilityIn Return?
The Senior Fire Engineer will receive:
£50,000- £60,000
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave options
Pension scheme and life assurance
Health and wellbeing support programmes
Salary sacrifice schemes and retail discounts
Healthcare cash plan and virtual GP accessThis is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Fire Engineer to take a leading role in shaping safe, compliant, and innovative engineering solutions within a forward-thinking consultancy.
Ref: LB21684
Senior Fire Engineers exploring new career opportunities are encouraged to send their CV or profile to Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).
Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / ADB / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / Building Safety Act / IFE / IFSM / Chartered Fire Engineer / AIFireE / MIFireE / CFD Modelling / Fire Safety Design / Fire Safety Strategy / Fire Safety Compliance / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management / Midlands / North
This opportunity suits a technically strong Senior Fire Engineer looking to take ownership of projects while influencing design, compliance, and safety outcomes at the highest level.
The Senior Fire Engineer's Role
The Senior Fire Engineer will lead fire engineering delivery across all RIBA stages, producing robust fire strategies and performance-based solutions. You will undertake detailed analysis including means of escape, smoke control design, façade risk assessments, and structural fire considerations.
The Senior Fire Engineer will utilise fire modelling tools (CFD or zone modelling) to assess fire behaviour, supporting clear and justified engineering decisions. You will interpret UK legislation including Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7974, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, particularly on higher-risk buildings.
Acting as a key technical authority, the Senior Fire Engineer will engage with clients, design teams, and regulators, while mentoring junior engineers and reviewing technical outputs to maintain quality and consistency.
The Senior Fire Engineer
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Significant experience delivering complex fire engineering projects
Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and standards
Expertise in fire dynamics, smoke movement, and protection systems
Experience with fire modelling software and analysis
A degree in Fire Engineering or similar discipline
Chartered status (or working towards) with a recognised body
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Commercial awareness and project management capabilityIn Return?
The Senior Fire Engineer will receive:
£50,000- £60,000
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave options
Pension scheme and life assurance
Health and wellbeing support programmes
Salary sacrifice schemes and retail discounts
Healthcare cash plan and virtual GP accessThis is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Fire Engineer to take a leading role in shaping safe, compliant, and innovative engineering solutions within a forward-thinking consultancy.
Ref: LB21684
Senior Fire Engineers exploring new career opportunities are encouraged to send their CV or profile to Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).
Fire Engineering / Fire Strategy / ADB / BS 9999 / BS 9991 / Building Safety Act / IFE / IFSM / Chartered Fire Engineer / AIFireE / MIFireE / CFD Modelling / Fire Safety Design / Fire Safety Strategy / Fire Safety Compliance / Fire Safety Consultancy / Fire Risk Management / Midlands / North