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Associate Director Fire Engineer

Associate Director Fire Engineer Job in Manchester



Associate Director Fire Engineer job in Manchester for an established and leading fire consultancy. As a key senior member of the Fire Engineering team, you will play an active role in the leadership and delivery of complex fire engineering projects across all RIBA stages. The role offers a salary of £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience, plus bonus, hybrid working, private healthcare, 28 days annual leave + BH, and continuous CPD / professional development.



The practice provides strategic advice, innovative design, construction oversight and risk management services to clients across the UK and globally. Established nearly 15 years ago, they are an award-winning consultancy working closely with councils, architects, and design teams to embed safety at the heart of architectural ambition. Their work spans a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, transport, healthcare, hospitality and nuclear.



Role & Responsibilities



Leading technical delivery of major and complex fire engineering projects

Supporting and mentoring Engineers and Senior Engineers within the team

Managing project finances, quality planning and customer care

Overseeing preparation of reports, engineering designs, calculations and specifications

Client-facing throughout the lifecycle of projects

Contributing to the business strategy and supporting with digital innovations

Developing new and existing client relationships

Leading internal technical reviews and supporting ongoing CPD across the team.



Required Skills & Experience



Engineering Council Accredited BEng Hons, MEng or MSc

CEng / IEng or working towards

MIFireE or working towards

Ideally 8+ years' experience in fire engineering

Extensive experience in delivering fire-engineered solutions for UK-based projects

Familiar with passive and active fire protection systems

Strong understanding of UK legislation/regulations and design guidance (applicants from Australia or New Zealand with similar regulatory experience also considered)

Excellent communication and project management skills

UK Driving Licence and own vehicle.



What you get back



Salary £80,000 - £100,000 (Negotiable depending on experience)

Bonus + Chartership Bonus

28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (option to buy additional days)

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Mileage paid (45p per mile)

Electric car benefit scheme

Life Cover

Continuous CPD / Professional development.



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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.



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Associate Director Fire Engineer Job in Manchester - Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref:(phone number removed))

Associate Director Fire Engineer

Manchester, UK
Full time

Published on 08/09/2025

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