Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: North West
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
We are seeking an experienced Passive Fire Project Manager to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role for an individual with a strong technical background in passive fire protection and compartmentation who can successfully manage projects from initial survey through to completion of remedial works.
Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will take ownership of multiple projects, overseeing all stages of delivery including compartmentation surveys, technical reviews, resource planning, site management, compliance, and client liaison. You will act as the key link between operational delivery teams and senior management, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage passive fire protection projects from survey stage through to final completion.
* Undertake and review compartmentation surveys across a range of commercial and residential properties.
* Interpret survey findings and allocate appropriate standard details and remedial solutions.
* Plan and coordinate labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors.
* Manage and support Site Supervisors and Operatives across multiple projects.
* Monitor programme performance and ensure project milestones are achieved.
* Conduct site inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with industry standards and company procedures.
* Maintain strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
* Produce project updates, reports, and technical documentation as required.
* Ensure all works are delivered in line with health and safety legislation, FIRAS requirements, and relevant fire protection standards.
* Provide technical guidance and support to site teams and stakeholders.
Requirements
Essential
* Minimum 5 years' experience within the Passive Fire Protection industry.
* Minimum 3 years' experience undertaking and managing compartmentation surveys.
* Strong technical knowledge of passive fire protection, compartmentation, and fire stopping systems.
* Experience managing projects, site teams, supervisors, and operatives.
* Ability to read, interpret, and allocate standard details.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* Client-facing experience and the ability to build lasting relationships.
* Minimum of 3 FIRAS Supervisor Modules (or equivalent supervisory-level qualifications).
* SMSTS qualification.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Willingness to travel nationwide when required.
Desirable
* Exposure to or experience working under BM TRADA accreditation schemes.
* IFE Level 3 qualification.
* NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management (or currently working towards).
* Experience delivering projects within healthcare, social housing, education, or commercial sectors