Job Description
WSP is seeking a Technical Director to lead fire safety projects across the UK, from university campuses in Scotland to high‑rise residential towers in London. The role involves analysing design information, liaising with other WSP disciplines such as Facades, Acoustics and Structures, and presenting designs to local authorities and fire service representatives. You will help the design team understand how changes can improve building safety while meeting client and regulatory expectations.
Responsibilities
- Review and interpret project design data.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to authorities and fire services.
- Advise on design modifications to enhance fire safety.
- Update teams on evolving standards and client requirements.
Qualifications
- A BSc (BEng) or MSc (MEng) in Fire, Structural, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
- Extensive experience in the fire engineering consulting industry.
- Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Based at any of our UK major offices.
Professional Development Program
- Technical report writing
- Team specific technical skills
- Project management (introduction and advanced)
- Influential communications
- Commercial concepts
- Collaborative team challenge
- Continuous Improvement
EEO Statement
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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