Bellrock Group · 13 hours ago
Principal Consultant High Risk Buildings
Mobile, AL
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/StaffBellrock Group is a trusted challenger in UK property services, redefining how real estate is managed. The Principal Consultant - High Risk Buildings is responsible for delivering expert fire safety consultancy services, technical leadership, and client engagement while ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation and contributing to business growth.
Facility ManagementProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and technical leadership on fire safety design and risk management for high-risk and complex buildings
Develop comprehensive safety case reports and other technical documentation to support fire safety compliance
Manage compliance notices, enforcement orders, and related client interactions to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
Oversee projects, providing guidance to multidisciplinary teams and ensuring technical excellence in deliverables
Support the Head of Department in auditing, quality control, and continuous improvement of reports and consultancy processes
Mentor and develop the fire safety team, fostering technical growth and capability within the department
Contribute to business development by maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities for consultancy services
Line manages, mentor, and technically develop fire consultants and engineers
Support professional development pathways (e.g. IFE, SFPE, CEng, IEng)
Promote a culture of technical excellence, quality, and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with internal quality management systems
Identify and manage technical and commercial risks
Support peer reviews and lessons-learned processes
Maintain awareness of emerging legislation and industry trends
Lead and oversee delivery of complex and high-risk projects across multiple sectors
Manage technical inputs from junior and senior consultants
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to agreed quality standards
Attend and lead client, design team, and regulatory authority meetings
Support negotiation with Approving Authorities, Building Control, Fire and Rescue Services
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, developers, architects, and contractors
Build and maintain long-term client relationships
Provide clear, authoritative advice in both written reports and verbal presentations
Support clients through planning, design, construction, and occupation stages
Contribute to work winning, fee proposals, and bid submissions
Identify new business opportunities and support strategic growth of the fire consultancy offering
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience in fire engineering or fire safety consultancy
Proven track record delivering complex fire strategies and engineered solutions
Strong understanding of fire safety legislation and regulatory processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience leading teams and managing projects
Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and regulators
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and associated Regulations and guidance
Degree (or equivalent) in Fire Engineering, Engineering, or a related discipline
Relevant professional memberships
Preferred
Chartered status or working towards (e.g. CEng, IEng, MIFireE, MSFPE)
Experience across multiple sectors (residential, commercial, healthcare, transport, industrial, etc.)
Knowledge of international codes and standards
Experience providing expert witness or third-party review services
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + 1 additional day as a thank you (enjoy it, it’s on us)
Salary exchange pension scheme
Life cover
Paid sick leave
Health Assured employee assistance and wellness program
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to work
Holiday purchase scheme of additional 5 days per year
Offers and discount scheme designed to save money on everyday shopping and essentials
Healthcare Cashplan
MotorSave Scheme
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Company
Bellrock Group
As property experts, we’re committed to optimising real estate for the demands of today and tomorrow by transforming property into sustainable, high-performance estates.
Founded in 1995
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$64.84MKey Investors
Ardian
2021-11-03Acquired
2017-07-06Private Equity· $64.84M
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