Technical Director - Fire Engineering

Manchester, Greater Manchester
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An established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Technical Director - Fire Engineering to strengthen their team.

This opportunity suits a high-level Technical Director - Fire Engineering who can offer strategic oversight across a varied range of building projects, while also contributing to the continued development of an expanding fire engineering function.

The appointed Technical Director - Fire Engineering will take responsibility for guiding fire safety strategies, assisting with the successful delivery of projects, and maintaining high technical standards across the wider team.

The Technical Director - Fire Engineering's Role

Leading the development of fire safety strategies during design and construction stages
Providing technical fire engineering analysis using both prescriptive and performance-based approaches
Overseeing projects from concept through to completion
Attending client, design team and regulatory meetings
Carrying out site visits where required
Preparing and reviewing fee proposals and supporting project planning
Acting as a senior technical authority and reviewing work produced by other engineers
Supporting the development and mentoring of fire engineering teams
Maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholdersThe Technical Director - Fire Engineering

Extensive experience in fire safety engineering within a consultancy environment
Degree or Master's qualification in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
Strong technical understanding of fire engineered design solutions and regulations
Demonstrated experience delivering projects from design through construction
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Full membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE)
Chartered Engineer status (or working towards) preferredIn Return?

£90,000- £100,000
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Support for continued professional development and chartership
Opportunities to work on complex and high-profile projects
Clear career progression within a growing fire engineering division
Inclusive and collaborative working environmentThis is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Technical Director - Fire Engineering to take on a leadership role within a respected consultancy delivering innovative fire safety solutions across the built environment

Ref: LB21607

If you're a Fire Professional looking to seek new career opportunities please contact Lauren Banks at Brandon James on (phone number removed).

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Job Info
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Job Title:
Technical Director - Fire Engineering
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:
£90000 - £100000 Per annum
Posted:
Mar 19th 2026
Closes:
Apr 19th 2026
Sector:
Other
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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