Technical Director

A leading consultancy in London is currently looking for a Technical Director under Fire & Life Safety department for a permanent role with hybrid working.

Important Details:

Salary: £90,000-£100,000 per year (dependent on experience) Location: Hybrid – Mon & Fri WFH, Tue-Thu in office or client sites Reporting to: UK FLS Lead & UK MD Package: Includes medical, pension, and visa sponsorship if required

Duties:

Oversee technical project delivery and lead all elements of fire & life safety engineering. Manage multiple client relationships and support strategic business expansion. Conduct QA/QC reviews and sign-off complex documents. Mentor and develop the FLS team while supporting division growth. Assist in securing new clients and projects, ensuring AESG is positioned as a trusted consultant. Provide solutions for projects ranging from £100K to £1bn+ across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors, including Middle East projects using UK codes.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's or higher degree in Fire Safety, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

MIFireE preferred; Chartered Engineer (IFE or equivalent) or in progress.

Minimum 15 years of fire & life safety design and engineering experience. Strong technical expertise in BS7974, ADB, BS9991, BS9999, PAS 9980, Fire Test Standards, and Structural Fire Analysis. Proficient in CFD, CFX, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and Finite Element Modelling. Ability to conduct FRAEW risk appraisals and sign EWS1 forms.

Business Development & Project Management:

Identify market trends and opportunities in residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors. Build relationships with untapped clients and sectors for business growth. Successfully deliver UK-led projects on time and within budget. Ensure client retention and repeat business. Maintain high staff satisfaction and retention of key employees.

HSE Responsibilities:

Promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legal requirements.

If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.