Join to apply for the Principal Fire Safety Engineer role at RPS4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Principal Fire Safety Engineer role at RPSGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.RPS Risk have an opportunity for a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to join our Health, Safety & Risk team. You could be either an experienced Principal or Senior looking to take their next step. RPS Risk are based in Warrington and West Cumbria, but this role can be nationally / home based.About The TeamThe fire safety team are a thriving part of our overall RPS Risk team of 50 staff, operating with clients on projects throughout the UK.About RPSWe’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.About The RoleLeading the delivery of technical fire engineering and safety projects in a range of high risk industries. RPS support major clients in the development of complex and bespoke fire engineering strategies where simple compliance with guidance is not always an option. This role provides the opportunity to utilise your fire engineering skillset to guide the design of high hazard buildings with a national and strategic importance.Reporting to the Technical Director – Fire Engineering Team LeadManage fire engineering projects from concept through to deliveryManage a team of fire engineers within a project to ensure satisfactory deliveryProviding Quality Assurance and peer review of the work of othersProposals and cost estimates for new workConventional fire engineering assessments/ fire safety strategiesHigh hazard fire scenario analysisDelivering fire safety strategies in a wide range of other sectors, including industrial, residential and other commercial areas.Facilitating fire hazard study workshopsPerforming fire modelling and/or interpreting resultsAssessing the hazards and risks of fire and its effectsEvaluating prevention and protective measures necessary to limit the likelihood and consequences of fireTechnically understanding the design, installation, maintenance requirements for fire detection, suppression and control philosophiesEngaging with relevant stakeholder and regulatorsTravelling to client sites throughout the UK and sometimes overseas to ensure the client needs are metDeveloping and maintaining lasting relationships and or frameworks with clientsUnderstanding the commercial impact of all decisions and recognising opportunities for business developmentLine management of more junior staff membersYour Skills And ExperienceProven track record for the technical delivery of medium/ large fire engineering projects.Proven capability to manage other fire engineers within projects.Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Fire Engineering or other Engineering disciplineDetailed understanding/ knowledge of UK regulations and standards (e.g. Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991, PD 7974, etc.)Knowledge of other regulatory regimesConfident in liaising with design teams, clients, local approving authorities, contractors, and other third parties as requiredExcellent numeracy, report writing and time management skillsHigh attention to detailExcellent customer service manner, with strong listening and interpersonal skillsWhat’s in it for you?Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.We support Chartership and pay annual fees for membership of the IFE.We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.What happens next?The selection process is likely to be a two-stage interview process. Each stage may be undertaken via MS Teams or in an RPS officeAll applications will be considered, and we will try our best to respond to you within seven working daysRPS, A Tetra Tech CompanyRepresenting an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.Recruitment Agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. 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