Contracts Manager - FRA

Daniel Owen Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in passive fire protection is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects across London, primarily focusing on social housing. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with fire doors and fire stopping, a strong understanding of fire safety regulations, and excellent communication skills. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary range of £60,000 - £70,000 plus car allowance, bonus, and benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing passive fire protection contracts.
• Strong understanding of fire safety regulations and building compliance.
• Experience in occupied environments, especially social housing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple passive fire projects across London.
• Liaise between clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Conduct site visits and quality inspections.
• Support commercial team with cost management.
• Drive health & safety standards on-site.
• Manage operatives and sub-contractors effectively.
• Contribute to tendering and programme delivery.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Project management abilities

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Manager - Passive Fire Protection
Location: South East London
Industry: Passive Fire Protection / Social Housing
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We're working on behalf of a leading passive fire protection contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live projects across London, primarily within the social housing sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Contracts Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, compliance-led environment and is passionate about delivering safety-critical works to the highest standard. The role will see you managing a portfolio of passive fire protection projects including fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and FRA remediation works across both occupied and void properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple passive fire contracts simultaneously across the London region
• Act as the key liaison between clients (local authorities & housing associations), internal teams, and subcontractors
• Ensure works are delivered on time, to budget, and in full compliance with current fire safety regulations (BS 9999, ASFP guidance, etc.)
• Conduct site visits, quality inspections, and sign-offs in line with FRA specifications
• Support the commercial team with valuations, variations, and cost management
• Drive health & safety standards, ensuring RAMS and CDM requirements are met
• Manage operatives and sub-contractors, ensuring quality workmanship and effective site coordination
• Contribute to tendering, planning, and programme delivery

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience managing passive fire protection contracts (fire doors, fire stopping, etc.)
• Strong understanding of fire safety regulations and building compliance
• Experience working on social housing or public sector contracts (occupied environments preferred)
• SMSTS / SSSTS, CSCS Black/Gold card (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Full UK driving licence