Contracts Manager - Fire & Security

CBW Staffing Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the fire & security sector seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to manage multiple projects in Greater London. You will oversee fire protection and security contracts, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has a solid background in contracts management and significant experience with large-scale projects (£2-4 million). This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000, as well as attractive company benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Attractive company package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within fire protection, construction, or fire & security.
• Strong working knowledge of fire stopping, fire doors, and containment.
• Background in managing large-scale projects (£2-4 million).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities.
• Commercially astute, with confidence handling budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of Fire & Security contracts across the region.
• Lead and support teams of engineers.
• Engage directly with clients to maintain relationships.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
• Oversee financial performance and contractual obligations.

Skills

Contracts Management

Fire Protection Knowledge

Project Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership Abilities

Job description

Our client, a respected provider within the Fire & Security sector, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team in Belvedere. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to take ownership of multiple projects, lead engineering teams, and build strong relationships with key clients.

The Role As Contracts Manager

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing fire protection and security-related projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to industry standards. You will work closely with clients, engineers, and internal stakeholders to maintain high levels of service and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of Fire & Security contracts across the region
• Lead, support, and coordinate teams of engineers, including management of trackers and field activity
• Engage directly with clients to maintain strong, long-term relationships
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications
• Oversee financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, and contractual obligations
• Manage large-scale projects ranging from £2-4 million
• Drive operational improvements and uphold high-quality service delivery

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within fire protection, construction, or fire & security
• Strong working knowledge of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment
• Background in managing large-scale projects (£2-4 million)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational abilities
• Demonstrable stakeholder engagement experience
• Commercially astute, with confidence handling budgets and contract compliance
• Experience managing engineers and maintaining performance trackers
• Full UK driving licence

Package

£60,000 base salary

Attractive company package (details shared on application)

Career development opportunities within a growing organisation

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next challenge within the Fire & Security industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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