Principal Fire Surveyor; FRAEW

Our client are looking to appoint an experienced external wall Surveying, Fire engineer. This is an opportunity to join our experienced consultancy fire engineering and surveying consultancy team. The position is full time with allowance for current, relevant studies with immediate start.

Salary is dependent on experience as negotiable, based on accreditation, qualifications and experience.

• Degree level qualification in fire engineering, building survey, Building/Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years relative experience in a consultancy or similar environment
• Be aware of appropriate legislation including Part B and design guidance for use in the UK.
• Worked on high-risk buildings with an awareness of the full life cycle of fire safety; from design through to handover.
• Be aware of the RIBA stages of work 2020, HSE Gateway, Building Safety Acts 2022, PAS 9980 and EWS1 assessment

• Have experience in report writing and engaging across various parties; including colleagues and clients.
• The right candidate will have worked in leadership roles or been a senior member within their experience.
• You will have positive communication skills, be collaborative, and be creative and engaging with an ability to multitask projects concurrently, providing deliverables as per your Job.

The applicant should have a willing, positive attitude to learning, where applicable, and have the ability to negotiate discussions with contractors in site-based fire engineering studies. The ability to work well as part of a team is also important. Knowledge of EWS1 surveys and processes will be advantageous but not essential, as training will be offered. The candidate should also hold a driving licence.

They should have flexibility, be confident and within areas of construction pathology, have undertaken studies in producing detailed drawings and writing reports.

• Knowledge of Building Regulation Approved Document B is preferred;
• Understanding of external wall façade systems and be able to identify key external wall construction features;
• Ability to carry out intrusive surveys;
• Understand construction materials with a general understanding of performance;
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Prepared to travel both nationally and internationally with periodic overnight stays;

Full support and training will be provided.

The role will require autonomous working with a flexibility of at home, office, and site inspections.

The role is client focused, candidates are expected to build strong relationships with project stakeholders and contractors and have a professional presentable attitude.