Associate Fire Engineer – London

Vertical Recruitment are working with one of the industry’s most sort-after Fire Engineering Consultancies based in London with an immediate need for a Principal/Associate Fire Engineer. The company has a proven track record of delivering advanced Fire Engineering services on a wide range of high-profile projects both in the UK and internationally. This excellent opportunity is due to sustained growth within the business and delivers a clear roadmap for career progression.

Candidates must have the following experience:

• Over 8 years of relevant experience within Fire Engineering.
• Degree Qualified.
• A full member of the Institute of Fire Engineers, (CEng, MIFireE) would be desirable.
• Developing expertise in delivering fire safety engineering solutions in a multi-disciplinary environment with solid experience in developing fire strategies, undertaking engineering analysis and applying performance-based designs
• Ability to effectively guide, direct, delegate, discipline and motivate employees.
• Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership, planning and practical solution skills.
• Knowledge of CFD modelling.

Your role and responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrable, relevant 'hands-on’ professional experience within fire engineering design and Significant experience of applying fire engineering in the design of buildings.
• Project experience within the commercial, residential, education and healthcare markets is also advantageous.
• Operational/financial accountability.
• Knowledge of the UK market and approvals process.
• A solid understanding of international fire engineering principles and standards, including NFPA and interaction with insurance companies would be advantages.
• Ability to effectively manage resources to deliver project responsibilities on time, and to expectations