Director of Fire Engineering

Director of Fire Engineering / £200,000 to £250,000 p/a / Up to 50% Bonus Base Salary / Remote and Office-based work, flexibleOur client specialises in delivering complex fire engineering design solutions that meet the highest standards of safety and innovation. They are committed to becoming one of the UK’s most compliant and innovative fire engineering consultancies, working alongside the best technical fire engineering talent in the sector.Lead Innovation in Fire Engineering Software & SolutionsWith a turnover of £75 million and increasing, our client’s Fire Engineering division currently generates £4 million, and is positioned for significant growth.They are proud to be developing one of the UK’s leading fire engineering software packages, putting them at the forefront of innovation.We’re seeking an entrepreneurial Director of Fire Engineering to take full ownership of this division: lead the team, develop innovative software-driven solutions, and deliver high-impact projects.You will have the opportunity to develop your own fire engineering team, projects, and clients, shaping the division’s future and driving real growth.You will lead the Fire Engineering division with full responsibility for strategy, delivery, and growth. You’ll oversee the application and further development of the proprietary fire engineering software — helping to set new industry standards.With autonomy to shape your projects, team, and client relationships, you’ll drive commercial success and technical excellence in a results-driven environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and scale the Fire Engineering division beyond its current £4M turnoverDevelop and own your fire engineering projects and client relationshipsBuild, mentor, and manage a high-performing fire engineering teamDrive adoption and enhancement of proprietary and industry-leading software toolsDeliver performance-based, compliant fire engineering solutions for complex projectsCollaborate with clients, architects, regulators, and software developersRepresent the company in technical forums and industry eventsContribute to business development and strategic growth planningFire Engineering profile:-Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety, or related disciplineIdeally, Chartered Engineer (CEng) or similar, on track to achieve accreditation, or qualified in a similar discipline Experience managing in fire engineering or leadership rolesStrong background in fire engineering software and modelling toolsExperience working with or developing fire engineering software is a plusProven ability to grow and lead teams in a consultancy environmentCommercially aware, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial mindsetExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsPlease note that our client would consider a Principal Consultant or Associate Director with the ability to deliver this role. Salary negotiable. What our client will offer:- Senior leadership role in a thriving £75M consultancyOwnership of a £4M division with scope for significant growthOpportunity to work alongside the development of one of the UK’s premier fire engineering software packagesCompetitive salary: £200,000 to £250,000, depending on experience and what you can deliverBonus: up to 50% of your base salary based on revenue and division success, extended to all fire engineering employeesUnlimited holidays based on performanceBupa private healthcare for you and your familyFlexible/hybrid working options, with offices available in London, the Midlands, South West, and Scotland, plus the option to work remotelyExposure to landmark projects and innovative technologiesInclusive, forward-thinking company cultureIf you’re ready to lead a pioneering fire engineering team, if you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please send an up-to-date CV outlining your experience

Created: 2025-09-08