Project Manager – Passive Fire Protection

Fire Doors, Fire Stopping & Fire Safety Works
Full-time | Permanent
London & South East England | Hybrid Working

£40,000 – £50,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits

Project Manager job covering London and the South East – overseeing the operational delivery of passive fire protection contracts across residential and social housing properties, offering the opportunity to join an established contractor specialising in fire safety, building maintenance and refurbishment works.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, Site Manager or Contracts Supervisor to join a leading contractor delivering passive fire protection works across residential and social housing properties throughout London and the South East.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of two passive fire protection contracts, overseeing fire door installation and maintenance, fire stopping and associated remedial works.

The position will involve managing operatives, technicians and supervisors, coordinating works programmes, maintaining progress trackers and spreadsheets, and ensuring regular communication with clients and key stakeholders.

Reporting directly to a Senior Project Manager, this is a predominantly operational role rather than a commercially focused position, with responsibility for ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality and compliance standards.

This role would suit a highly organised, proactive individual with experience in passive fire protection who enjoys managing people, coordinating works and maintaining strong client relationships. It could also offer an excellent progression opportunity for an experienced Passive Fire Supervisor or Site Manager looking to step into project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day operational delivery of two passive fire protection contracts across the South East

• Coordinating fire door installation, maintenance, fire stopping and associated remedial works

• Managing and supporting operatives, technicians, site supervisors and subcontractors

• Planning and coordinating daily activities, labour resources and works programmes

• Maintaining accurate spreadsheets, progress trackers, reports and contract documentation

• Monitoring project progress and ensuring works are completed within agreed timescales

• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on works and programme delivery

• Liaising with residents, housing providers and other stakeholders to coordinate access and minimise disruption

• Ensuring works meet the required fire safety, quality assurance and compliance standards

• Monitoring workmanship, identifying defects and coordinating any necessary remedial works

• Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, RAMS and site procedures

• Identifying and resolving operational issues to maintain smooth contract delivery

• Supporting the Senior Project Manager with reporting, contract administration and project updates

• Maintaining accurate records of completed works, photographic evidence and compliance documentation

• Supporting the successful completion and handover of works

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Project Manager, Site Manager, Contracts Supervisor or similar operational management role

• Strong background in passive fire protection, including fire doors, fire stopping or associated remedial works

• Experience managing operatives, technicians, supervisors and subcontractors

• Previous experience working within social housing, occupied residential properties or local authority contracts desirable

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites and contracts simultaneously

• Confident using Excel, spreadsheets and reporting systems to monitor progress and maintain accurate records

• Excellent client-facing communication and relationship management skills

• Good understanding of passive fire protection standards, quality assurance and relevant fire safety legislation

• Ability to coordinate works programmes, manage resources and resolve operational challenges

• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

• SMSTS and NVQ Level 6 qualifications preferred

• Relevant health and safety training, including asbestos awareness and working at height

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London and the South East

Package & Benefits

• £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience

• Company vehicle

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Hybrid working arrangements

• Occupational sick pay

• Salary sacrifice schemes, including holiday purchase and electric vehicle options

• Enhanced family leave provisions

• Employee wellbeing and counselling services

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Excellent training and career progression opportunities

• Permanent position with an established and growing contractor

This Project Manager – Passive Fire Protection role covering London and the South East offers an excellent opportunity to take responsibility for the operational delivery of fire safety contracts, managing teams, coordinating works and building strong client relationships, with the support of an experienced Senior Project Manager.

Apply now through Skilled Careers to be considered for this opportunity.