Principal Fire Protection Engineer

Overview

In this role you will lead the design and specification of fire protection solutions, focusing on firefighting systems for varied projects. You’ll act as a key technical contact, guiding surveys, reports, and day-to-day project management within a consultancy setting. You will shape fire safety strategies for high-profile buildings and infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, scalable designs. This is an opportunity to advance as a senior consultant in a respected firm that values technical excellence and client service.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• competitive compensation and benefits
• well-being programs
• equal opportunity employer
• global firm
• flexible working arrangements

Responsibilities

• Prepare design packages for RIBA stages 1–7, including drawings, specifications and hydraulic calculations
• Develop Fire Suppression Systems solutions for diverse building and industrial contexts
• Perform calculations for sprinkler water supplies and gas suppression quantities
• Lead remote project delivery teams
• Prepare fee proposals for fire systems design at RIBA stages 1–7
• Conduct technical reviews
• Assist in resolving design problems through field investigations or inspections
• Communicate effectively with project teams, clients, authorities, contractors and third parties
• Project manage delivery of projects of varying scale

Key requirements

• Intermediate-level written and oral communication skills
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities
• Relevant degree or professional qualification
• Experience in a consultancy or similar business
• Knowledge of British and International design standards and Building regulations
• Experience with Fire Suppression Systems (sprinklers, water mist, gaseous, foam, etc.) and related systems
• Familiarity with design software (Word, Excel, CAD, REVIT, hydraulics software)

• Strong communication
• Analytical thinking
• Client-focused
• Fire Suppression Systems design
• Hydraulic calculations
• RIBA design stages 1–7

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