Head of Fire Engineering - Howells Solutions Limited : Job Details

Head of Fire Engineering ConsultancyLocation: Flexible / Hybrid (UK–based)Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Bonus

We are working exclusively with a highly respected UK compliance services provider, recognised nationally for their quality, technical expertise, and thought leadership in fire safety consultancy. They have a strong reputation, a supportive leadership team, and a clear vision to be the go–to partner for strategic, solutions–focused fire safety services.

The OpportunityMy client is looking for an experienced leader to head up their Fire Engineering Consultancy. This is a pivotal role with the autonomy to shape the department, drive growth, and deliver technical excellence. You'll have full support from a talented Technical Director, plus commercial, compliance, HR, and finance teams to help you succeed.

Your remit will include building a high–performing consultancy team, ensuring compliance with UK fire safety legislation, and overseeing the delivery of high–quality, safe, and profitable projects for a diverse client base.

Head of Fire Engineering Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a growing consultancy team aligned to strategic business goals

Provide technical leadership and peer review across consultancy projects

Ensure compliance with key UK fire safety legislation and standards (e.g. Approved Document B, BS9999, BS7974, Building Safety Act, Gateways 1–3)

Build strong client relationships, win work, and prepare compelling technical proposals

Recruit, mentor, and develop fire engineers and consultants

Drive utilisation, process efficiency, and quality assurance

Identify and develop new service offerings to expand market share

What we are looking for in a Head of Fire Engineering

10+ years' fire engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a senior consultancy role

In–depth understanding of UK fire legislation and multi–disciplinary consultancy delivery

MSc/BSc in Fire Engineering or Fire Safety Engineering

Member grade IFE with CEng or EngTech (or working towards)

Excellent leadership, communication, and commercial skills

High energy, results–driven, and committed to technical excellence

What's on Offer to the Head of Fire Engineering

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown

Death in service benefit (4x salary)

Paid Medicash Health Plan for you and your family

Enhanced sick pay & occupational health support

Generous annual training budget & dedicated personal development time

Flexible, family–friendly working arrangements

Regular social events & annual company celebrations

Discounted gym membership, retailer discounts, free parking

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and technically skilled leader to make their mark in a respected, forward–thinking consultancy.

If you'd like to discuss this role in confidence, please get in touch.