Fire Engineer

Fire Engineer
Location: Remote (Occasional travel required)
Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time (minimum 30 hours per week)
Level: Degree-qualified (Level 6)
Contract Type: Fixed-term until 2nd January 2026
Day Rate: £450/day (Inside IR35)
Sector: Building Safety / Regulatory
Help shape the future of building safety in England.
Our client is seeking experienced and technically qualified Fire Engineers to provide expert advice on high-risk building projects, support Gateway 2 applications, and strengthen the building control system across England.
This is a key opportunity to join a forward-thinking team focused on cultural change, safety improvement, and regulatory excellence in the built environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide technical fire engineering advice for complex and high-risk buildings (HRBs)
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Lead on Gateway 2 application reviews
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Draft specialist technical reports and act as an expert witness where required
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Support site inspections, compliance assessments, and enforcement actions
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Apply relevant fire safety standards (e.g. BS 9999, BS 7974) and the Building Safety Act 2022
Essential Requirements
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Substantial experience in fire safety design and assessment of HRBs
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In-depth knowledge of building control processes and relevant legislation
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Proficiency in applying Approved Documents and fire engineering standards
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Level 6 qualification (degree level) in a relevant discipline (e.g. Building Studies, Construction, Civil Engineering, Surveying)
Make a difference support safer, more resilient buildings across England.
Apply now. Contract ends 2nd January 2026