Associate Director - Fire Engineering

CHPK Ltd; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking an Associate Director to lead projects and develop fire safety strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fire engineering consultancy, a degree in a relevant field, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and significant opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Flexible hybrid working options

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Private healthcare

Ongoing CPD and training support

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in fire engineering consultancy.
• In-depth knowledge of UK building regulations and fire codes.
• Experience working on large and complex developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire engineering projects from concept through to completion.
• Develop and review fire strategies for complex buildings.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and design teams.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client management

Fire safety regulations knowledge

Education

Degree in Fire Engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or pursuing it

Job description

Overview

Associate Director - Fire Engineering at CHPK Group. UK wide with occasional travel into London.

CHPK Fire Engineering is a leading consultancy specialising in fire safety engineering across the built environment. We work across sectors including residential, commercial, heritage, healthcare, and high-rise developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire engineering projects from concept through to completion
• Develop and review fire strategies for complex and high-profile buildings
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and design teams
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and consultants
• Contribute to business development and tendering
• Support the technical direction and commercial performance of the team
• Ensure compliance with current UK fire safety regulations, including BS 9999, BS 9991, and ADB

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Fire Engineering or a related field
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working toward it
• At least 8 years of experience in fire engineering consultancy
• In-depth knowledge of UK building regulations and fire codes
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills
• Experience working on large and complex developments
• Passion for mentoring and developing teams

Why CHPK Fire Engineering?

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Flexible hybrid working options
• 25 days annual leave, plus your birthday off and Christmas shutdown 2-4 days
• Private healthcare and generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing CPD, training, and chartership support
• A supportive, collaborative, and growing team
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a leadership position

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to lead with impact and contribute to the future of fire engineering, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or visit www.chpk.co.uk for more information.