Contracts Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning fire protection business based in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee all stages of fire protection contracts. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contract management and a strong understanding of fire protection systems. Key responsibilities include managing project teams, conducting site visits, and ensuring compliance with standards. The salary is between £50,000 and £60,000 plus an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract or project management in fire protection or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of fire detection, suppression, or passive fire protection systems.
• Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations and health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of fire protection contracts, including planning and delivery.
• Lead project teams to ensure safe and compliant installations.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and compliance.

Skills

Project management

Fire protection systems

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Job description

I'm looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join an award-winning fire protection business based in Birmingham.

You MUST have fire doors experience to be considered for this role

Role Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of fire protection contracts, including planning, resourcing, delivery, and close-out.
• Lead project teams and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality installations.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and health & safety compliance.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing queries, variations, and project updates.
• Prepare and oversee programme schedules, RAMS, budgets, and contract documentation.
• Work closely with procurement and design teams to ensure timely material and equipment supply.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with relevant standards (BS 5839, BS 5306, etc.).
• Report project performance and financial status to senior management.

Experience Required

• Proven experience in contract or project management within fire protection, M&E, construction, or a related technical sector.
• Strong understanding of fire detection, suppression, or passive fire protection systems (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations, health & safety requirements, and industry standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence.

The salary is 50,000 to 60,000 plus an excellent benefits package.