gcb recruitmentDenver, CO
Principal Fire Engineer
£100,000 - £120,000 per year
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Principal Fire Engineer
gcb recruitmentDenver, CO
Apply for this role →yesterday
£100,000 - £120,000 per year
Principal Fire Engineer Are you an experienced Fire Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a highly reputable and growing consultancy? We're delighted to be working with an established company, seeking a Principal Fire Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a senior opportunity to lead the delivery of innovative fire safety solutions across a diverse range of complex projects, working with high-risk buildings and clients throughout the UK, with a focus on the South of England and Greater London.
The Role: As a Principal Fire Engineer, you will:
- Apply advanced fire engineering principles to complex buildings and fire safety scenarios
- Develop and deliver fire strategies for complex and higher-risk buildings
- Ensure fire safety compliance through detailed application of UK Building Regulations, British Standards, and relevant engineering codes
- Provide expert advice on escape routes, evacuation strategies, fire service access, and structural fire resistance
- Support clients in negotiations with Building Control, Fire Authorities, and other regulatory bodies
- Lead fire engineering delivery across multiple national projects
- Take responsibility for technical assurance and provide expert professional judgement
- Manage, mentor, and support surveyors and junior fire engineers
- Communicate complex fire engineering concepts clearly to clients, regulators, and internal teams
- Lead regulatory discussions and contribute to CPD, internal training, and professional development programmes
Principal Fire Engineer Requirements:
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) registered with the Engineering Council
- Minimum 10 years' post-graduate fire engineering experience
- Accredited degree (BEng/MEng) in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
- Full professional membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE or above) or equivalent
- Proven experience delivering fire strategies for complex and higher-risk buildings
- Experience working across multiple national sites with regular UK travel
- In-depth knowledge of UK Building Regulations, British Standards, and wider engineering codes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Working HoursFull-time position
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pmHybrid working (office attendance varies)
- Overnight stays may be required, with expenses covered
- What's on Offer?
- Basic salary of £100,000–£120,000 depending on experience
- Company car or car allowance
- Competitive pension scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Free on-site parking
- Career progression opportunities
- Ongoing professional development and CPD support
- If you're a Chartered Fire Engineer looking for a senior technical role where you can lead complex projects, influence fire safety solutions, and progress your career within a respected consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.
- Apply now, and we'll review your application within 48 hours. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly.
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Level
Lead
Salary
£100,000 - £120,000 per year
Location
Denver, CO
Occupation
Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers
Industry
Fire Protection
Posted
yesterday