Senior Associate, Fire Engineer - Expert Witness Advisory Services

Overview

Fire Engineer expert witness for building inspections, reports, and court testimony.

Key Responsibilities

• desktop review
• evidence provision
• court testimony
• expert meetings
• joint statements

Tasks

-Desktop reviews of information -Provision of oral and written evidence in Court or other tribunals, including cross examination -Attending expert meetings and writing joint statements

Requirements

• chartered fire engineer
• fire inspections
• problem solving
• technical communication
• regulation knowledge
• decision maker

What You Bring

-Focused, confident, decision maker, but one who recognises when they have insufficient information to reach a conclusion. -Ability to communicate complex technical matters to the non-technical in both written and oral forms. -Flexible to travel regionally for site visits, etc. -Flexible working attitude with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. -Building inspections, primarily cladding and internal fire compartmentation, and expert report writing (training will be given in respect of the later even if you are an established expert) -Strong interpersonal skills and willing to take instruction and training from the established team. -Experienced Fire Engineer ideally Chartered or Incorporated with a strong technical background in the practical aspects of construction. -Have a sound knowledge of past/current industry standards, regulations, and guidance and who recognises the limit of their knowledge. -A problem solver able to assimilate large amounts of technical information and identify its relevance.

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About Ridge And Partners Llp

-Founded with a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality engineering solutions. -Known for its expertise in managing complex projects, from infrastructure development to large-scale residential and commercial constructions. -The company is renowned for its focus on delivering projects on time and within budget, with a strong track record of repeat business from long-term clients. -Key projects include iconic urban regeneration schemes, transportation networks, energy-efficient buildings, and water infrastructure improvements. -The firm prides itself on providing bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client, working seamlessly with architects, contractors, and stakeholders. -Ridge has carved a niche for itself by maintaining a deep technical understanding while also prioritizing collaborative partnerships with clients and communities. -The company's offices are strategically located across the UK, supporting projects both locally and nationally. -Ridge is committed to a forward-thinking approach, constantly adapting to the evolving demands of modern infrastructure, technology, and sustainability.

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Interview Process

-interview discussion covering relevant experience -provide redacted examples of report writing