Head of Fire Engineering

Job Description

Head of Fire EngineeringLondonCompetitive salary + car allowance & benefits packageCompany OverviewOur client is an extremely well respected global consultancy, who’s heritage spans over two centuries. They have consistently been a leader in providing cost management, quantity surveying, project management and advisory services for some of the world’s landmark projects, and are dedicated to the value, quality and sustainability of the built environment.They are now seeking to hire a Head of Fire Engineering to grow the business and the team.The Career OpportunityThey are currently recruiting for a Head of Fire Engineering, with a possible background in Building Surveying or Health and Safety to join and lead a client focused team in their London office.This is an exciting opportunity for a high calibre individual to join, strengthen and lead their team. The role will be an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to take responsibility for providing fire consultancy services from within their Building Surveying Business.Key Responsibilities• To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures• Comply with established procurement/commercial/contractual strategies• Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, safety, Security and Quality Standards.• To support business objectives of delivering value for money in all circumstances• Business growth• Liasing with other Head of Departments to work in a joined up Business Development approach• Managing other staff members & growing the teamProfessional Skills:• To undertake fire risk assessments across a variety of property types ranging from residential, healthcare, custodial, education and commercial• To undertake fire integrity/compartmentation surveys to identify breaches, proposed remedial repairs through to preparation of specification and design• To provide quality & technical monitoring on construction projects• To provide fire safety advisor role to assist our clients with their property portfolio• Ideally have good understanding of Approved Document B, Health Technical Memorandum 05-02, Building Bulletins, relevant British Standards• To review contractors proposals on construction projects and provide comment on suitability for the intended purpose• Project Management (not essential)• Design & Specification writingThe CandidateThe ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results. They will be passionate about fire safety and will strive to provide the upmost quality on every commission.• Fire Engineering/Safety qualification desirable.• Experience of undertaking Fire Risk Assessments• Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation• Accredited fire risk assessment qualification or equivalent would be advantageous• Strong technical delivery experience• Must have MIFireE or FIFSM• Ability to successfully lead on and manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner• Strong track record in management of projects from inception to completion• Client facing, ensuring high standards of technical delivery• Able to build long-term relationships• A track record of working with teams and prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines• A team player, outgoing, flexible, enthusiastic and ambitiousThis is a great opportunity to join a growing business at an interesting time, who despite the ongoing pandemic are committed to growing their teams.For more information and confidential conversation about the role please apply now by submitting your CV.