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About the Role
Jensen Hughes is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Principal Fire Engineer to join their London team. This technical leadership role involves delivering complex fire engineering projects across diverse sectors and shaping fire safety strategies while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting business growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver complex fire engineering projects from inception through to completion.
- Develop fire strategies for a wide range of new-build and existing building projects.
- Undertake fire safety engineering analyses, including evacuation modelling, smoke control assessments, and performance-based design solutions.
- Provide expert advice on compliance with UK Building Regulations, Approved Document B, and relevant fire safety legislation.
- Review and approve technical reports, calculations, and design documentation.
- Liaise with architects, developers, contractors, approval authorities, and wider project teams.
- Act as a technical lead and mentor for junior and mid-level engineers.
- Contribute to business development activities, including client engagement, tender submissions, and project proposals.
- Maintain awareness of evolving legislation, industry standards, and best practices.
- Represent the business at client meetings, industry events, and technical forums.
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- Ideally be or working towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
- A background in fire engineering preferably within a consultancy environment.
Location
- London
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Flexible working
Experience Level
- Principal Engineer
Education Level
- Degree qualified in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
Benefits
- Private healthcare.
- Generous pension contribution.
- Life assurance and income protection.
- Professional membership subscriptions.
- Ongoing training and support towards professional development.
- Clear career progression pathways.
About the Company
- Jensen Hughes is a leader in fire protection engineering, with expertise extending to security and risk-based fields.
- The company has a global network of experts and has been upholding its legacy since 1939.
- Jensen Hughes collaborates to solve complex safety and security challenges, mitigating risks to lives, property, and reputations.
- The company is dedicated to making the world safe, secure, and resilient through technology, expertise, and research.
- Jensen Hughes prioritizes its people, fostering a culture of trust, integrity, and professional growth.
- Global Employee Networks support career development and provide forums for sharing experiences.
- The company cultivates a connected culture where everyone can learn, grow, and succeed.
- Jensen Hughes is the largest fire consultancy in Europe with offices in Belgium, Finland, Denmark, Italy, and the UK & Ireland.
- Their reputation for innovative, design-focused solutions makes them a preferred consultant for leading European property clients.
- Jensen Hughes encourages rapid career progression and supports engineers in achieving chartered status.
Equal Opportunity
- Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.