Principal Fire Surveyor - Fire Safety Job in London, Greater London - 60,000 - 75,000

Senior leadership role, complex projects, hybrid workingJob SummaryPrincipal Fire Surveyor Job London offers an opportunity to lead complex fire safety projects across the built environment sector. This role is based in London with hybrid working options available.

The position focuses on managing projects across all RIBA stages from concept through to completion. You will provide technical fire safety consultancy and oversee project delivery performance. Principal Fire Surveyor Job London includes leadership responsibilities across multidisciplinary teams.

You will mentor junior professionals and support technical development across the team. The role involves client engagement, compliance oversight, and commercial management. You will contribute to strategic project delivery across UK and international schemes.

This position suits an experienced professional seeking senior responsibility within fire safety consultancy. The role offers long term progression and involvement in high profile projects. About the CompanyThis established consultancy delivers fire safety, risk management, and compliance services across diverse sectors.

The organisation supports projects from design through to construction and operation stages. Their portfolio spans residential, commercial, and mixed use developments across the UK and internationally. The team collaborates with architects, developers, and public sector clients to embed safety into design.

They are recognised for technical expertise and innovative project delivery approaches. The practice promotes a collaborative environment with strong focus on professional development. Employees benefit from exposure to complex projects and structured career progression.

Hunter Dunning supports applications for this opportunity through its specialist recruitment services. Role & ResponsibilitiesManage large scale fire safety projects across all RIBA stages ensuring compliance and technical deliveryLead and mentor engineers, surveyors, and consultants to maintain high performance standardsProvide expert fire safety advice aligned with current regulations and industry best practiceOversee project budgets, invoicing, and programme management to ensure commercial successEngage with clients and stakeholders to support delivery of project objectives and outcomesSupport business development activities to secure new instructions and maintain client relationshipsIdentify development opportunities within the team and support continuous professional growthReport to senior leadership and collaborate across teams to ensure consistent service deliverySkills & Experience RequiredMinimum five years experience within fire safety or building consultancy environmentsProfessional membership such as MRICS, MCABE, MIFIREE, MCIOB or working towards accreditationStrong understanding of fire safety design and regulatory frameworks across building typesKnowledge of UK compliance processes and construction related legislationExperience managing and mentoring junior team members within a consultancy settingUnderstanding of building pathology, materials, and construction typologiesExperience with cladding systems, facade assessments, and EWS1 processes is desirableFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for project related travelSalary & BenefitsSalary between 60,000 and 75,000 depending on experience and capabilityBonus scheme linked to individual and company performanceMileage allowance of 45p per mile for business travelHybrid working arrangement supporting flexible working patternsPrivate healthcare and life cover providing additional employee benefitsPension scheme supporting long term financial planningContinuous CPD and professional development opportunitiesElectric car benefit scheme supporting sustainable travelWho Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits an experienced fire safety professional seeking a senior leadership position. It is ideal for candidates confident managing complex projects and technical delivery. Applicants should have strong regulatory knowledge and consultancy experience.

The position benefits those interested in mentoring and developing team members. It suits individuals motivated by client engagement and business growth. Candidates should be comfortable working across multiple sectors and project types.

Principal Fire Surveyor Job London offers progression within a growing consultancy environment. About Hunter DunningHunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

ApplyIf you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed successfully placed once they have started a new job from a Hunter Dunning introduction and completed probation.

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