Principal Fire Engineer

Principal Fire Engineer – Manchester | Hybrid Vertical Recruitment is partnering with one of the UK’s most sought-after Fire Engineering Consultancies to recruit a Senior or Principal Fire Engineer for their Manchester office. This role has arisen due to sustained growth and offers a clear career progression pathway, working on high-profile projects across the UK and internationally. About You: * 5+ years of relevant Fire Engineering experience * Degree-qualified in an engineering or related discipline * Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE, CEng) is desirable * Proven track record delivering fire safety engineering solutions in a consultancy environment, including fire strategies, engineering analysis, and performance-based designs * Strong knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations * Demonstrated leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills Key Responsibilities: * Produce high-quality reports and technical documentation * Apply fire engineering expertise across RIBA stages or equivalent design frameworks, understanding project challenges from client brief through to construction and operation * Negotiate and agree project scope, fees, and contractual terms with clients, while managing programme constraints and changes * Maintain a thorough understanding of the UK fire approvals process * Efficiently manage project resources to deliver objectives on time and to specification This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious fire engineers to join a market-leading consultancy and contribute to exciting, complex projects across multiple sectors. To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact Adam at Vertical Recruitment