Principal Fire Surveyor

Brandon James

Principal Fire Surveyor

A leading, independent consultancy specialising in fire safety, facade engineering, and fire risk management are looking for a highly experienced Principal Fire Surveyor to join Glasgow team, playing a pivotal role in delivering fire safety expertise across a diverse range of sectors and complex projects.

The Role

As a Principal Fire Surveyor, you will:

Lead and manage fire safety surveys, inspections, and fire risk assessments.
External wall surveys / EWS1
Compartmentation and Fire Door surveys
Provide expert technical advice on fire safety design, compliance, and strategy.
Support and mentor junior surveyors, helping to develop their technical knowledge and professional progression.
Work closely with clients, design teams, and contractors to ensure best practice fire safety solutions.
Oversee project delivery, ensuring high standards, accuracy, and compliance with regulations and legislation.The Principal Fire Surveyor

We are looking for someone with:

Significant experience in fire surveying, risk assessment, and compliance within the built environment.
Chartered status (or working towards) with a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, IFSM, IFE, CIOB).
Strong working knowledge of Scottish and UK building regulations, fire safety legislation, and industry standards.
Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills, able to build strong, long-term relationships.Whats on Offer

Salary: £58,000 – £68,000
27 days annual leave
Performance related bonus
6% pension
Private medical insurance
Enhanced sick pay
Life insurance 4x salary
Enhanced parental leave
EV Vehicle scheme
Bimonthly and yearly employee awards (Cash prizes)If you are an experienced Fire Surveyor ready to step into a principal role, or an established Principal Surveyor seeking a fresh challenge with a forward-thinking consultancy, please get in touch with Megan Cole at Brandon James.

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