Associate Director - Fire Engineering

benefits An opportunity to lead, grow and shape a successful Fire Engineering team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fire Engineer to join a highly regarded, independent consultancy with an excellent reputation across the built environment. With the business continuing to grow, the company is looking to appoint an Associate or Associate Director-level Fire Engineer to lead its established Buckinghamshire operation or take the lead in developing a new London office. This is an opportunity for an ambitious, commercially aware Fire Engineering professional who enjoys leading people, developing client relationships and building a successful team. The right individual will have the autonomy to make a genuine impact, backed by the full support, expertise and resources of an established wider business. The Opportunity The successful candidate will play a key role in the continued growth of the company's Fire Engineering offering, taking responsibility for team leadership, technical delivery and business development. Depending on the individual and their preferred location, the role will involve either strengthening the existing Buckinghamshire operation or establishing and growing a new London presence. You'll have the backing of an experienced wider team, an established reputation in the market and the opportunity to help shape the next stage of the business's development. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and grow a team of Fire Engineers, providing technical guidance, mentoring and career development. Drive the continued growth of the Fire Engineering team and wider business. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry contacts and key stakeholders. Support business development activities, identify new opportunities and contribute to the team's commercial success. Oversee the delivery of high-quality Fire Engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Take responsibility for project performance, resource planning and team development. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to maximise opportunities and share expertise. For the right individual, take the lead in establishing and developing a new London office. About You We're keen to speak with established Fire Engineering professionals who are ready to take the next step in their leadership career or are already operating at Associate or Associate Director level. You'll ideally bring: Around 8–10 years' experience within Fire Engineering, with a strong track record of leading and managing teams. Experience delivering Fire Engineering projects across a range of sectors. Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to develop and motivate a team. A commercially minded approach, with experience in client management and business development. The confidence to build relationships, identify opportunities and contribute to the strategic direction of a growing team. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues. A relevant engineering degree and appropriate professional accreditation, or a clear commitment to professional development. What's on Offer? £100,000–£120,000 salary, depending on experience. The choice of an established Buckinghamshire base or the opportunity to lead a new London office. Full support from an experienced, well-established wider team. The opportunity to build and shape a team with genuine scope for growth. A highly regarded consultancy with a strong reputation and an established client base. A collaborative environment that values its people and supports professional development. The opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued growth and direction of the business. Interested? If you're an experienced Fire Engineer looking for a leadership role with the opportunity to grow a team, develop client relationships and make a real impact, I'd be very interested in speaking with you. Adam.Wheatland@vertical-recruitment.co.uk +44 7761 134 889