25 senior fire engineer jobs found in Manchester

Senior Fire Engineer (EWS / external wall specialist) Post-Grenfell remediation work hasn't slowed, it's compounded. A well-established, independently operated fire engineering consultancy working across residential, social housing, and commercial sectors has just landed a significant tranche of new instructions. They need experienced EWS engineers to absorb that pipeline, engineers who can work autonomously, sign off independently, and engage directly with clients and design teams. Not to assist someone else. To lead. Many fire engineers spend their careers chasing the next bid, waiting on design team decisions, or doing fire strategy work that never quite uses the depth of their building safety knowledge. This role is different in three concrete ways. The work is confirmed. You are not walking into a business development role dressed as an engineering role. The building pipeline is already under instruction. Flexibility from the beginning. One day per week in a UK...

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. The Senior Fire Engineer's Role The appointed Senior Fire Engineer will lead fire engineering projects from concept through to completion, supporting clients, architects and developers on fire safety and regulatory compliance matters. The Senior Fire Engineer will provide technical guidance on: Fire strategies Building Regulations compliance External wall and fa ade fire...

A forward-thinking fire consultancy in Manchester is now seeking an experienced Senior Fire Engineer to join their growing fire engineering team. The successful Senior Fire Engineer will work across a strong pipeline of residential, commercial, education, healthcare and mixed-use developments throughout Manchester and the wider North West. The Senior Fire Engineer's Role The Senior Fire Engineer will produce detailed fire strategies, review architectural drawings and provide clear, practical fire safety advice from early design stages through to completion. The Senior Fire Engineer will support complex projects, attend design team meetings and liaise with architects, developers, contractors and approval bodies. The Senior Fire Engineer will also mentor junior fire engineers, review technical work and contribute to the continued development of the consultancy's regional fire engineering offering. The Senior Fire Engineer The Senior Fire Engineer will ideally...

Job Title Senior Fire Engineer Location West Midlands Salary 55,000 - 65,000 Employment Type Permanent Job Overview Senior Fire Engineer role within the fire safety sector based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working. The position focuses on leading fire engineering delivery across complex built environment projects, including external wall fire risk assessments and remediation programmes. Suitable for experienced candidates progressing toward or holding chartership, this role combines project leadership, client advisory, and team development within a multidisciplinary environment. Role & Responsibilities You will lead technical delivery across fire safety projects, ensuring compliance and quality standards. The role includes mentoring team members and supporting client relationships. Lead fire engineering and EWS assessments Manage compliance and technical outputs Undertake site inspections and advisory work Mentor junior engineers Prepare and...

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative fire engineering solutions across the UK. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are seeking a talented Fire Engineer to join their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and mixed-use developments, while progressing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Role As a Fire Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering fire engineering solutions from concept design through to project completion. You will work closely with architects, developers, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and best practice standards. Key Responsibilities Prepare fire strategy reports for a variety of building types. Undertake fire safety assessments and risk analysis....

An ambitious and expanding Fire Engineering Consultancy is seeking a talented Fire Engineer to join their growing team in Manchester. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Fire Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most complex and high-profile developments while benefiting from a clear route towards senior and leadership positions. The successful Fire Engineer will join a highly respected consultancy delivering fire engineering solutions across residential, commercial, healthcare, industrial and mixed-use projects. This Fire Engineer role offers exposure to both new-build and existing buildings, providing technical challenges that will further develop your expertise. As a Fire Engineer , you will work closely with developers, architects, contractors and building owners to deliver practical and innovative fire engineering solutions. The appointed Fire Engineer will become a key member of a collaborative team known for delivering commercially focused fire...

Associate Fire Engineer A specialist fire consultancy is seeking an Associate Fire Engineer to join their growing team across the Midlands and North. This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Fire Engineer who wants to take ownership of complex projects, lead technical delivery and play a key role in the continued growth of a confidential consultancy. The successful Associate Fire Engineer will work across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, student accommodation and mixed-use developments. The Associate Fire Engineer will be joining a technically focused business that provides pragmatic fire engineering advice to developers, architects, contractors and asset owners. The Associate Fire Engineer's Role The Associate Fire Engineer will lead fire strategy development, oversee technical reports, manage client relationships and support Gateway submissions. The Associate Fire Engineer will review designs against Approved Document B, BS 9999 and BS...

A forward-thinking fire consultancy is looking for an ambitious Fire Engineer to join their expanding technical team. The successful Fire Engineer will work on a wide range of projects across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, and mixed-use sectors. This is a strong opportunity for a Fire Engineer who wants to develop within a specialist consultancy and work closely with senior fire engineers, architects, developers, and design teams. The Fire Engineer will be involved in both new build and existing building projects, providing fire safety design advice from concept through to completion. The Fire Engineer's Role The Fire Engineer will prepare fire strategies, review drawings, advise on means of escape, compartmentation, fire service access, smoke control, external walls, and compliance with Approved Document B. They will also attend design team meetings, liaise with clients, and support technical reports. The Fire Engineer will contribute...

Job Title Associate Fire Engineer Location North West Salary 60,000 - 80,000 Employment Type Permanent Job Overview Associate Fire Engineer role within the fire safety sector based in Manchester, offering hybrid working. The position focuses on leading fire engineering delivery across complex built environment projects, including external wall fire risk assessments and remediation programmes. Suitable for experienced candidates at senior or associate level, this role combines technical leadership, client advisory, and team development across regional projects. Role & Responsibilities You will lead project delivery and provide strategic oversight across fire safety schemes. The role includes managing technical outputs, mentoring team members, and supporting client relationships. Lead fire engineering and EWS assessments Oversee compliance and technical outputs Provide strategic fire safety advice Mentor engineers across the team Review and approve...

Our client is a leading fire safety consultancy experiencing significant growth across the UK. Due to an expanding portfolio of projects, they are seeking a skilled Fire Surveyor to support the delivery of Fire Risk Appraisals of External Walls (FRAEW) on residential and mixed-use developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a fire safety professional looking to develop their expertise within a highly respected organisation that places quality, technical excellence, and professional development at the forefront of its operations. The Role Working alongside experienced fire engineers and surveyors, you will undertake site-based inspections and surveys to support FRAEW assessments in accordance with PAS 9980 guidance. You will be responsible for gathering accurate building information, documenting external wall construction details, and producing high-quality survey reports to support fire risk assessments. Key Responsibilities Conduct on-site surveys of residential and...

A forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a motivated Trainee Fire Engineer to join their growing Fire Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Fire Engineer looking to develop technical knowledge across fire strategies, fire safety design and building regulations. The Trainee Fire Engineer's Role The successful Trainee Fire Engineer will support senior members of the team with fire strategy reports, fire safety reviews, site inspections and design team meetings. The Trainee Fire Engineer will gain exposure to residential, commercial, education and mixed-use projects, while developing a strong understanding of Approved Document B, BS 9999 and wider fire safety guidance. The Trainee Fire Engineer The ideal Trainee Fire Engineer will have: A fire engineering, building services, construction or engineering-related degree A genuine interest in fire safety and fire engineering Strong written and verbal communication skills...

Assistant Fire Engineer Location: Sheffield (Hybrid) Salary: 29,000 - 42,000 Job Type: Full-time The Opportunity An established fire engineering consultancy is looking to recruit an Assistant Fire Engineer to support the delivery of fire engineering projects across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, industrial and mixed-use developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their technical skills alongside experienced fire engineers, with structured training and clear progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of fire strategies and planning fire statements Review architectural drawings and identify fire safety considerations Support technical reviews of means of escape, compartmentation, fire doors and passive fire protection Contribute to technical reports, design reviews and feasibility studies Attend site visits with senior engineers and record findings...

Assistant Fire Engineer Location: Sheffield (Hybrid) Salary: £29,000 - £42,000 Job Type: Full-time The Opportunity An established fire engineering consultancy is looking to recruit an Assistant Fire Engineer to support the delivery of fire engineering projects across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, industrial and mixed-use developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their technical skills alongside experienced fire engineers, with structured training and clear progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities Assist with the preparation of fire strategies and planning fire statements Review architectural drawings and identify fire safety considerations Support technical reviews of means of escape, compartmentation, fire doors and passive fire protection Contribute to technical reports, design reviews and feasibility studies Attend site visits with senior engineers and record findings...

Principal Fire Engineer A growing fire engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Fire Engineer to join their Midlands team. This opportunity would suit a Principal Fire Engineer who enjoys leading projects, developing client relationships and supporting technical delivery. The successful Principal Fire Engineer will work across complex residential, commercial, student accommodation, industrial and education schemes. The Principal Fire Engineer will be joining a technically led consultancy with a strong reputation for pragmatic fire engineering. The Principal Fire Engineer's Role The Principal Fire Engineer will lead fire strategy development, oversee technical reports, support Building Control submissions and provide design advice to architects and developers. The Principal Fire Engineer will attend client meetings, review junior work and contribute to business development across the Midlands. The Principal Fire Engineer The successful Principal Fire...

Job Title Associate Fire Engineer Location East Midlands Salary 65,000 - 80,000 Employment Type Permanent Job Overview Associate Fire Engineer role within the fire safety sector based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working. The position focuses on leading fire engineering delivery across complex built environment projects, including external wall fire risk assessments and remediation programmes. Suitable for experienced candidates at senior or associate level, this role combines technical leadership, client advisory, and team development within a multidisciplinary environment. Role & Responsibilities You will oversee project delivery and provide strategic input across fire safety schemes. The role includes leadership of technical outputs, mentoring team members, and supporting client relationships. Lead fire engineering and EWS assessments Oversee compliance and technical outputs Provide strategic fire safety advice Mentor engineers across the team...

Passive Fire Engineer Location: Manchester (nationwide travel) Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits Are you an experienced Passive Fire Engineer looking to join a growing specialist contractor working on a diverse range of commercial, healthcare, education and public sector projects across the UK? Our client is a well-established compliance and building services specialist delivering high-quality passive fire protection works nationwide. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Passive Fire Engineer to join their expanding team. The Role You'll be responsible for carrying out passive fire surveys, inspections, remedial works and installations while ensuring full compliance with current fire safety legislation and manufacturer specifications. Responsibilities Carry out passive fire surveys and inspections. Install and remediate fire stopping systems. Inspect fire doors, fire dampers, cavity barriers and...

Structural / Senior Structural Engineer Manchester - Home based Up to 55k DOE + car allowance & bonus Our client is seeking an experienced Structural or Senior Structural Engineer to join their established consultancy, delivering projects across the commercial and residential sectors. This is a home-based role with a regional workload centred around Manchester, offering a high level of flexibility and autonomy. The successful candidate will undertake structural inspections, assessments and calculations for a diverse portfolio of new and existing buildings. Responsibilities will include: Structural surveys and inspections Beam and steelwork design Structural calculations for roofs and other building elements Assessments of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures Producing clear technical reports and recommendations Liaising directly with clients and managing projects independently There is also the opportunity to become involved in structural...

Senior Structural Engineer 48,000- 55,000 Manchester An excellent career opportunity has arisen for a Senior Structural Engineer to join the Manchester office of this well respected firm of consulting engineers. Their name is synonymous with engineering excellence in the industry and they have won numerous awards for their work. They pride themselves on their long serving staff and are a people focused practice. You would be working on a variety of exciting and interesting buildings projects, ranging from small specialist works up to 90m housing developments. The firm are also heavily involved in staging and temporary structures. They recently did the staging for the Brit Awards and the Oasis Concert, as well as the marquees at the Chelsea Flower Show. This is interesting work, which involves plenty of site visits and the opportunity to be involved in varied and specialist schemes. Recent project examples include adding new escalators to a shopping centre, advising on a...

Structural / Senior Structural Engineer Leeds - Home based Up to 55k DOE + car allowance & bonus Our client is seeking an experienced Structural or Senior Structural Engineer to join their established consultancy, delivering projects across the commercial and residential sectors. This is a home-based role with a regional workload centred around Leeds, offering a high level of flexibility and autonomy. The successful candidate will undertake structural inspections, assessments and calculations for a diverse portfolio of new and existing buildings. Responsibilities will include: Structural surveys and inspections Beam and steelwork design Structural calculations for roofs and other building elements Assessments of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures Producing clear technical reports and recommendations Liaising directly with clients and managing projects independently There is also the opportunity to become involved in structural design...

Senior Structural Engineer Wakefield 50k- 55k plus benefits Great opportunity to become part of a well-established and growing consultancy who work on a diverse range of projects across the commercial, leisure and industrial sectors. Due to continued growth they are looking to make a strategic hire and would like to appoint a senior structural engineer who will play a key role in the delivery of projects. The role will also involve design work, manage project responsibilities, liaising with clients and contractors and fellow professionals. You will manage a team where you contribute to projects at all stages, from feasibility and details design through to construction support. Experience with Tekla Designer is desirable. You will be able to demonstrate strong technical and problem-solving skills and be either Chartered or working towards. In return you can expect an excellent benefits package and career progression. To learn more and be considered send your...