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Our client is a leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong presence across the UK and an established reputation within the built environment sector. Due to continued growth and a significant pipeline of major projects, they are now seeking an experienced Head of Fire Engineering to lead and develop their fire engineering capability across Scotland, based from their Edinburgh office.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious fire engineering professional looking to play a strategic role within a highly respected consultancy delivering landmark residential, commercial, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments.

As Head of Fire Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the Scotland fire engineering team, driving technical excellence, supporting business development initiatives, and delivering high-quality fire engineering solutions across a broad portfolio of projects.

You will work closely with regional and national leadership teams to grow the division, mentor engineers, and strengthen client relationships throughout Scotland and the wider UK market.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Fire Engineering team across Scotland
Deliver innovative fire engineering strategies and technical solutions
Oversee complex projects from concept through to completion
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Support business development and work-winning activities
Mentor and develop junior and senior engineering staff
Ensure compliance with UK fire safety regulations and standards
Collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams across major projects
Contribute to the strategic growth of the fire engineering division

Requirements

Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership
Extensive experience within consultancy fire engineering
Strong technical knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and standards
Proven leadership and team management experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience delivering fire strategies across a range of sectors
Commercial awareness and business development capability

What’s on Offer

Salary up to £100,000 depending on experience
Performance-related bonus
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Generous pension scheme
Private healthcare
Clear pathway to Director level
Supportive and collaborative leadership team
Opportunity to lead high-profile projects across Scotland

Suitable fire engineering candidates please apply direct or call James on (phone number removed)

Key words include:
(Fire, Fire Engineer, Fire Engineering, Fire Safety, Fire Safety Consultant)