Nikolai L.

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ABOUT NIKOLAI L.

I am an experienced fire engineer specialising in the development of robust, performance-led fire strategies for a wide range of building types, including new builds, refurbishments, and façade remediation projects. My work spans all project stages, from early design input through to construction-phase coordination and handover support.I have led fire engineering teams at various levels, supporting recruitment, mentoring, technical review, and delivery oversight. I prioritise clear ownership of deliverables, high technical standards, and structured development pathways for engineers at all stages of their careers.My core capabilities include performance-based fire strategy design, structural fire resistance assessment (including time equivalence methods), smoke control design and CFD modelling, and external wall risk appraisal in line with PAS 9980. I have experience navigating complex layout constraints, regulatory deviations, and retrofit challenges in both low- and high-rise buildings.I collaborate closely with design teams, project managers, contractors, and approval bodies to align fire safety requirements with architectural and construction needs. I regularly lead technical discussions, communicate design implications, and support coordinated resolution of fire-related risks.I contribute to internal quality assurance, peer review processes, and the strategic interpretation of evolving guidance to ensure fire strategies remain technically sound, clearly reasoned, and proportionate to building risk. My work is grounded in defensibility and practical implementation.I also support business development through proposal writing, client engagement, and service planning. I maintain an active interest in how fire engineering can respond to regulatory change, industry demands, and sustainability objectives.