About Parkhouse Consulting
About Us
Parkhouse Consulting is an independent fire safety consultancy led by Craig Parkhouse, providing specialist fire safety and engineering advice across the built environment.
As an independent consultancy, all work is delivered directly by Craig, ensuring clients benefit from consistent expertise, clear communication, and a high level of professional accountability.
Craig has extensive experience supporting developers, design teams, contractors, building owners, and property managers with practical fire safety solutions throughout the building lifecycle. From early design stages and fire strategy development through to construction phase support and compliance guidance, Parkhouse Consulting works collaboratively with clients to help deliver safe and compliant buildings.
The consultancy is committed to protecting life through clear, practical fire safety advice that supports successful project delivery while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Craig Parkhouse MIFSM, AIFireE
Title
Independent Fire Safety Consultant & Engineer
Professional Profile
Dynamic and highly skilled Fire Safety Consultant and Engineer with extensive experience delivering fire strategies, compliance audits, and risk assessments across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
Proven ability to guide projects through all RIBA stages, ensuring regulatory compliance and life safety.
Adept at interpreting complex building designs, developing innovative fire engineering solutions, and providing expert consultancy services tailored to client needs.
Fully insured and operating under Parkhouse Consulting, with a strong commitment to professional standards and continuous development.
Core Expertise
- Fire Safety Engineering & Strategy Development
- Fire Risk Assessments (FRA) & Compartmentation Surveys
- Fire Compliance Audits & R38 Handover Reports
- Construction Phase Fire Plans
- Timber Frame Fire Safety & Structural Fire Engineering
- Regulatory Guidance & Code Compliance
- Client Advisory & Technical Support
- Training & Fire Safety Awareness
Types of Projects Undertaken
- Residential developments (low-rise and high-rise)
- Commercial and mixed-use buildings
- Educational facilities
- Timber frame construction (fire safety and structural fire engineering)
- Refurbishment and fit-out projects
- Fire engineering judgments for complex designs
- Compliance audits and R38 handover support
- Fire risk assessments and compartmentation surveys
- Construction phase fire plans
Qualifications
- SFJ Awards Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety
- NEBOSH Fire Certificate
- NVQ Level 3 Energy Assessing & Green Deal Advising
Additional: Fire Warden Training, Electrical Safety, Health & Safety, First Aid
Professional Experiance
Parkhouse Consulting (Independent Fire Safety Consultancy) | 2024 – Present
- Providing independent fire engineering consultancy services for residential, commercial, and educational projects.
- Delivering bespoke fire strategies, compliance audits, and technical reports to support design and construction phases.
- Advising clients on regulatory compliance and life safety measures, ensuring cost-effective and robust solutions.
Eco-Fire Limited – Cardiff (Lead Strategic Fire Consultant)_Previously Director (retired) | 07/2023 – 03/2026
- Spearheaded strategic fire consultancy initiatives across diverse projects.
- Developed comprehensive fire safety engineering reports and compliance audits.
- Conducted site surveys, FRAs, and compartmentation assessments.
- Delivered R38 handover support and bespoke reporting for regulatory adherence.
Green Hat Consulting Ltd – Swansea (Fire Strategy Consultant) | 09/2020 – 07/2023
- Produced fire engineering strategies for complex building designs.
- Supported project teams with technical advice and compliance solutions.
Independent Consultancy & Subcontracting (Fire Risk & Compliance Auditor) | 2016 – 2020
- Delivered fire risk assessments and compliance audits for timber frame construction.
- Supported QMS development and health & safety compliance for clients.
Accreditations
Professional Standing
Professional Insurance
Parkhouse Consulting maintains appropriate professional indemnity insurance to provide fire safety consultancy and engineering services.
Our insurance cover provides clients with confidence that services are delivered with professional accountability and in accordance with industry standards.
Geographic Coverage
Parkhouse Consulting provides fire safety consultancy services across the United Kingdom, with a primary focus on projects within England and Wales.
However, we are also able to support projects internationally where specialist fire safety advice is required.
Professional Memberships & Accreditations
Parkhouse Consulting is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards within the fire safety industry. Our professional memberships and qualifications demonstrate our ongoing commitment to professional development, technical competence, and industry best practice.
Craig Parkhouse is a member of recognised professional bodies within the fire safety sector, ensuring our consultancy services are delivered in accordance with established professional standards.