Contracts Manager

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Fire & Security contractor in London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple Passive Fire Protection projects. The ideal candidate will manage projects worth £2–4 million, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain strong client relationships. This full-time position offers a salary of £60,000 per annum, along with a company car, laptop, and phone. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression are also available.

Benefits

Company car

Laptop

Mobile phone

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries.
• Strong understanding of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment.
• Experience managing large-scale projects (£2–4 million).
• Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple PFP projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee direct labour teams and subcontractors, ensuring high safety and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness—monitoring budgets and costs.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Produce and manage project documentation and reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

Contracts Manager - Fire & Security - £60,000 per annum + company car

Location: London / North London / Home Counties

Salary: £60,000 + Company Car, Laptop & Phone

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a respected Fire & Security contractor, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple Passive Fire Protection (PFP) projects across London and the Home Counties, with typical project values ranging from £2–4 million.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially aware professional to join a growing business and take ownership of key projects within the fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, containment, and social housing sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple PFP projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness—monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries.
• Strong understanding of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment.
• Experience managing large-scale projects (£2–4 million).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Package

• £60,000 salary (DOE)
• Company car, laptop, and mobile phone
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

If you’re an experienced Contracts Manager seeking your next challenge within the Fire & Security sector, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions for a confidential discussion.