PartB

What is PartB?

PartB is a fire safety engineering consultancy founded in 2019 by Jamie Davis, an ex-firefighter. The company provides specialist fire safety engineering services to the construction and property sectors, helping architects, developers, and building owners ensure their buildings meet fire safety regulations.

With approximately 140 employees across 8 UK offices, PartB has grown rapidly since its founding. The company name refers to Part B of the Building Regulations, which covers fire safety — a fitting name for a firm dedicated to making buildings safer.

Where will I work?

PartB is headquartered in London and has offices in Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Belfast, Isle of Man, Manchester, and Bristol. The firm operates a hybrid working model, allowing staff to split their time between the office and home.

With 8 offices across the UK, there are opportunities to work from a location convenient to most major cities. The hybrid model combined with the 9-day fortnight provides significant flexibility.

What is the team like?

With approximately 140 employees, PartB has a large and growing team of fire safety engineers, consultants, and support staff. The company was founded by an ex-firefighter, which brings a practical, real-world perspective to fire safety engineering that sets the culture apart from more traditional consultancies.

The rapid growth from startup in 2019 to 140 employees reflects both the demand for fire safety expertise and the attractiveness of PartB's working culture and benefits package.

Work-Life Balance

PartB operates a 9-day fortnight, giving employees every other Friday off with no requirement to work extra hours and no impact on salary. This is a genuine reduction in working time, not a compressed schedule.

Combined with hybrid working, 27 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays, and a Christmas office closure, PartB offers a working pattern that significantly exceeds industry norms for professional services and consulting.

Perks and Benefits

• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off, no extra hours, full salary)
• Hybrid working across 8 UK offices
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Comprehensive private healthcare
• 24/7 confidential mental health support and counselling
• Annual bonus
• Electric car scheme
• Discount vouchers
• Company credit card for mileage and expenses
• Professional development and qualification support