Senior Fire Engineer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 30 April 2026
Apply NowA well-established, privately owned consultancy of Fire Engineering specialists, Building Services Engineers, and Project Managers is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to support the delivery of fire engineering projects across multiple offices.
With a long-standing UK and international client base, their senior leadership remains actively involved in project delivery and technical excellence.
The Senior Fire Engineer's Role
The Senior Fire Engineer will manage the day-to-day delivery of fire engineering projects from inception through to completion, ensuring programme, scope, and client expectations are consistently met. Acting as a key point of contact, the Senior Fire Engineer will liaise with clients, design teams, contractors, and approving authorities while also undertaking site visits and providing construction-stage advice.
Technically, the Senior Fire Engineer will produce fire strategy reports, marked-up drawings, and external wall assessments, alongside carrying out detailed analysis such as CFD and evacuation modelling using tools including FDS/PyroSim and Pathfinder. The Senior Fire Engineer will deliver clear, evidence-based solutions in line with Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7974.
The Senior Fire Engineer
The Senior Fire Engineer will support and mentor Graduate Fire Engineers, reviewing their work and contributing to internal quality assurance processes. Working closely with senior colleagues, the Senior Fire Engineer will ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across projects.
They will also manage project budgets, resourcing, and documentation, while identifying opportunities for repeat business and supporting wider client relationships.
Requirements:
Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Structural or similar)
Postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering
Full IFE membership; working towards or holding CEng
Minimum 4 years' UK fire engineering experience
Proven experience managing projects and reviewing junior workIn 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: LB 21932
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
With a long-standing UK and international client base, their senior leadership remains actively involved in project delivery and technical excellence.
The Senior Fire Engineer's Role
The Senior Fire Engineer will manage the day-to-day delivery of fire engineering projects from inception through to completion, ensuring programme, scope, and client expectations are consistently met. Acting as a key point of contact, the Senior Fire Engineer will liaise with clients, design teams, contractors, and approving authorities while also undertaking site visits and providing construction-stage advice.
Technically, the Senior Fire Engineer will produce fire strategy reports, marked-up drawings, and external wall assessments, alongside carrying out detailed analysis such as CFD and evacuation modelling using tools including FDS/PyroSim and Pathfinder. The Senior Fire Engineer will deliver clear, evidence-based solutions in line with Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, and BS 7974.
The Senior Fire Engineer
The Senior Fire Engineer will support and mentor Graduate Fire Engineers, reviewing their work and contributing to internal quality assurance processes. Working closely with senior colleagues, the Senior Fire Engineer will ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery across projects.
They will also manage project budgets, resourcing, and documentation, while identifying opportunities for repeat business and supporting wider client relationships.
Requirements:
Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Structural or similar)
Postgraduate qualification in Fire Engineering
Full IFE membership; working towards or holding CEng
Minimum 4 years' UK fire engineering experience
Proven experience managing projects and reviewing junior workIn 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: LB 21932
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