Senior Fire Engineer

At BB7 we create safe spaces and that includes our own workplace. We believe that when people enjoy where they work they can truly learn grow and thrive. Were passionate about championing careers and building one strong supportive team.

Our values sit at the heart of everything we do guiding us toward our purpose and shaping the future were creating values arent just words on a wall. They define our culture. They inspire us. They drive how we think feel and act every single day. Theyre woven into our DNA and power our journey forward.

BB7 is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Fire Engineer to join our fast-growing team in Manchester to lead high-profile fire safety projects and make a tangible impact on the built environment. Here you wont just work on industry-leading projects you will help shape the next generation of talent through mentorship and development expand your skills in a collaborative innovative environment and contribute to delivering world-class life safety solutions for a diverse range of clients. If youre ready to take on exciting challenges drive excellence and be part of a team where your ideas truly matter BB7 is the place to make it happen.

At BB7 your career potential is limitless. Over 50% of our senior management in the UK & Ireland started in junior roles and many have progressed into leadership positions - you could be next!

We provide structured support coaching and mentorship to help you achieve Chartered status guided by former panel members and over 25 current Chartered Engineers. Youll have the guidance and resources to grow succeed and be recognised for your expertise.

As the leading fire consultancy in the UK and ROI with offices in the UK Republic of Ireland and Cyprus BB7 is trusted by some of the countrys top clients. As an Associate youll be at the heart ofgroundbreaking projects collaborating with our Assurance & Risk Management Services (ARMs) team Fire Engineering and specialist teams including Facades and Structures.

Youll tackle some of the industrys most exciting and complex technical challenges working alongside top professionals in engineering facades and structures.

BB7 offers a supportive diverse and empowering environment where you can grow rapidly from day one. We encourage all our people to achieve Chartered status and provide hands-on support throughout the process.

Join us and take your expertise to the next level making a real impact for our clients communities and your own career.

At BB7 we believe great work comes from empowered people. Heres what you can look forward to as part of our team:

• Flexible working that works for you hybrid and flexible we trust you to work in a style that suits your life.

• Competitive salary package your talent deserves to be rewarded.

• Comprehensive healthcare & cash plan from 24/7 GP appointments dental to opticians weve got your wellbeing covered.

• Generous annual leave including 3 extra days over Christmas and New Year just for you!

• Rewarding your network earn up to 3000 through our refer-a-friend program.

• Fun & connection monthly One Team incentives and regional social budgets to celebrate together.

And thats just the start please see our attached below our full benefits package to discover what we offer our team members.

A Senior Fire Engineer is an experienced consultant who has provided specialist fire-related information for various projects across the built environment and at different stages of the project life cycle.

At BB7 a Senior Fire Engineer will be a key part of the project team assisting in leading large complex projects and managing small to medium-scale projects. They will also support and mentor Apprentices Graduates and Engineers to develop them in their careers which includes project and non-project work.

A Senior Fire Engineer will help lead technical excellence and implementation of BB7s Quality policy/procedures in their region and contribute to technical excellence across the company. At all levels everyone will be fully aware of the company values but a Senior will act as a role model and be able to embed them into their region the work they undertake and while working with colleagues across the company.

• Responsible for managing medium/large and complex projects to ensure successful timely deliver to our clients to the highest standards
• Work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and globally involving various building types.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers including mentoring and training graduates.
• Practice/apply fire design and assurance services during construction
• Engage directly with clients confidently addressing construction-related queries with relevant experience.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying and securing new clients to support business growth.
• Provide consultancy services that focus on successful outcomes for our clients in an ethical manner

• An Engineering Council accredited BEng Hons or MEng or MSc

• Associate of IFE

• Formed a plan to become Chartered with a body such as the Engineering Council

• Demonstrate expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modelling and analysis for smoke movement.

The Senior Fire Engineer plays a pivotal role in mentoring graduates and developing fire engineering capability across the business. Success in this role requires the following behaviours and professional attributes:

• Acts as a positive role model setting high standards for technical excellence and professional behaviour

• Highly self-managed with the ability to prioritise work and take ownership of outcomes

• Goal-oriented with a strong focus on delivering quality results and meeting project objectives

• Demonstrates exemplary professional conduct at all times

• Approachable and supportive fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing

• Upholds the highest standards of integrity and professional ethics

• Delivers outstanding client service with well-developed consultancy skills

• Communicates clearly and confidently both in writing and verbally

• Builds strong working relationships through excellent interpersonal skills

Within your role at BB7 you play a part in ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others. Your responsibilities include following the Health & Safety procedures we have in place such as wearing appropriate PPE when attending a site visit completing the mandatory health & safety training annually reporting incidents near misses and RIDDORS and ensuring you are not taking any unnecessary risks at work. Please refer to our Health & Safety Policies for further details on our internal procedures. You are not only required to adhere to the necessary practices listed above you are responsible for actively promoting and ensuring a culture of Health & Safety within your team and across the company. It is your duty to keep your team trained equipped and compliant and to keep Health & Safety a frequent conversation within your team.

At BB7 we believe that diverse teams drive innovation creativity and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to contribute their unique are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race colour religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. At BB7 your background and experiences are not just respectedthey are celebrated.

Interested Apply today or email us at to start the conversation today.