Birmingham
Your Opportunity Following strong recent growth within the Fire Consultancy team, an exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Fire Engineer to join an established, award-winning multidisciplinary environment. You can be based from any of the organisation’s UK offices, working as part of a collaborative team focused on expanding and enhancing fire consultancy services. The Fire Consultancy team supports clients throughout the building lifecycle, from early design through to in-occupation services. Depending on your background, you may contribute to building design, construction-stage support, and/or fire safety risk assessments. Key Responsibilities • Prepare fire strategy reports and collaborate closely with stakeholders throughout the design process., • Support clients in meeting requirements under relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act 2022, associated secondary legislation, the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended), and the Fire Safety Order (as amended)., • Carry out analysis of fire risk and recommend suitable control measures., • Work with internal design teams as part of multidisciplinary project delivery., • Contribute across a range of building types and sectors, addressing varied fire safety challenges., • Maintain regular communication with client teams to coordinate inspections and remedial works., • Attend site to take particulars, prepare schedules of work, produce specifications, obtain estimates, plan programmes, and monitor progress to ensure compliance., • Apply a practical, methodical approach to problem-solving while working to fixed budgets and tight deadlines., • Provide advice related to Building Regulations Approval for fire safety matters., • If you hold relevant third-party accreditation, there may also be opportunities to contribute to fire risk assessments and validation activities. Skills & Experience Required • Strong understanding of current fire safety legislation, including the Building Regulations and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, along with applicable technical standards., • A degree in fire safety engineering or fire risk engineering., • Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers and either achieved or working towards professional registration with the Engineering Council. About the Organisation You’ll be joining a well-established built environment consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across a diverse range of projects. The business brings together over 1,400 professionals whose expertise, dedication and collaborative approach underpin its success. Your Benefits A comprehensive benefits package supports your wellbeing, work-life balance and professional development, including: • Annual leave – 25 days per year, with options to buy, sell or carry over., • Community spirit – Three paid volunteering days annually., • Mental health support – Access to Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing resources., • Financial benefits – Life assurance, pension scheme and income protection., • Physical wellbeing – Medical insurance, private GP services and discounted gym membership., • Flexible working – A hybrid approach designed to fit you, your family and your team., • Career development – Clear pathways supporting professional, personal and educational growth., • Additional benefits – Performance bonus, car allowance and further role-based perks.