Contracts Manager - Fire Protection Projects (2–4m)

Build Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Laptop

Mobile phone

21 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking a Contracts Manager for a leading UK manufacturer of passive fire protection in North London. You will oversee PFP projects (£2m–£4m) from inception to completion, leading direct and subcontractor teams, and ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, stakeholder management, and a robust driving license; you will liaise with clients and design teams to drive programme momentum and value for money.

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 systems.
• Experience managing large-scale projects valued between £2m–£4m.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and client management experience.
• Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple passive fire protection (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, company procedures, and relevant standards including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness by 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.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including PQP and ITP, ensuring regulator-ready audit trails.
• Drive continuous improvement through identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance.
• Ensure subcontractors and operatives are appropriately qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are fully recorded and traceable via digital compliance systems (Golden Thread).
• Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum.
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all project teams.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking a Contracts Manager for a leading UK manufacturer of passive fire protection in North London. You will oversee PFP projects (£2m–£4m) from inception to completion, leading direct and subcontractor teams, and ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, stakeholder management, and a robust driving license; you will liaise with clients and design teams to drive programme momentum and value for money.