[Expired] Principal Consultant

Description:

Principal Consultant – Fire Protection

We are working with a world leading independent consultancy, research and third-party approvals body for fire, security and sustainability products and services to an international market.  Due to an increase in demand for their services, they are seeking a Principal Consultant to join their Fire Safety team. Here, they have extensive and unique world class facilities for fire research and testing to European and international standards. 

In this role:

This role will be responsible for owning client assignments where you will be required to work on-site in the examination of coordinated external facade detailing and passive fire protection. This role will be required to work with a number of other consultants within the Fire Safety team and other departments within the company as part of a coordinated effort to investigate fire safety concerns/issues/assignments. This role sits within the Fire Safety Group but works closely with the Construction team.

How will I add value in this role?

·        Be confident conducting investigative inspections at client sites within the UK.

·        To conduct practical, onsite work including conducting physical examination of materials onsite and working at height.

·        Understand how buildings are constructed and have the ability to operate in a complex environment where they may be managing or working with multi-faceted teams with sensitivity.

·        Able to work with discretion to author, review and deliver quality independent reports based on own technical assessment.

·        Depending on experience, able to operate as a technical expert on issues that could lead to providing legal expertise as a recognised authority or provide technical support to other areas of the business providing expert witness services.

·        Good report writing skills with experience in writing technical and detailed reports.

·        Lead in the management of client projects.

·        Team player with the ability to collaborate with a range of internal and external stakeholders in across multi-disciplinary technical delivery teams.

·        Deliver quality, accurate work under pressure.

What do I need in order to deliver this role?

Essential:

·        Building surveyor, cladding designer or cladding/passive fire protection installer (working at a certified installer company) who is looking for career advancement into consultancy.

·        Experienced in site work and working with on-site contracting staff.

·        Extensive knowledge of fire protection materials/products, their use and installation.

·        General understanding of the Building Regulations, British Standards, Fire Strategies and Approved Document B.

·        Ability to read and understand design/construction drawings and interpret the details at site level.

·        Attention to detail, and the ability to undertake thorough investigation on-site.

·        Strong report writing skills with good written English and the ability to assimilate information into a comprehensive client report.

·        Systematic approach to interrogative techniques and strong planning and organisation skills.

·        Is able to operate independently and maintain impartiality with confidence.

·        Respond and act professionally whilst operating within pressured environments.

Desirable:

·        Professional membership of RICS, IFE or equivalent professional bodies.

·        Experience in conducting negotiations and an understanding of contractual relationships.

·        Knowledge of standard fire testing of construction products.

·        Knowledge of appropriate fire industry guidance, e.g. ASFP guides.

Which competencies would I need to demonstrate in this role?

·        Extensive knowledge of cladding systems and passive fire protection.

·        Strong attention to detail.

·        Conscientious and structured approach.

·        Ability to assimilate information to draw conclusions.

·        Confident in liaising with customers and external parties.

The Package:

£45K basic salary

Excellent benefits including 22 days annual leave, profit share scheme, free parking, onsite gym, onsite restaurant, staff reward scheme and much more.