Fire and Security Project Manager

4Way Recruitment Ltd; Hinckley and Bosworth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Hybrid working pattern

Equipment provided (laptop, phone, etc

Company vehicle/allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff recognition programme

Discount benefits programme

Permanent role

Job summary

4Way Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Fire & Security Project Manager for a Midlands-based role with hybrid working. You will lead installation projects from order to handover, coordinating with clients and contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires a proven track record in fire/security project management, strong budgeting skills, and UK driving entitlement. Benefits include hybrid pattern, equipment provided, and career development support.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing fire and/or security installation projects.
• Strong commercial awareness with budgeting and subcontractor management.
• Understanding of fire detection and relevant British Standards.
• Proficient with MS Office and project management software.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands.
• Desirable: PRINCE2 or similar qualification.
• Desirable: SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification.
• Desirable: fire industry qualifications or background (FIA, BAFE, NSI/SSAIB).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site works by liaising with clients, main contractors, consultants and other trades.
• Handle variations, valuations and payment applications, controlling costs against budget.
• Carry out site visits and quality inspections, resolving issues promptly.
• Run a portfolio of fire alarm, security and related systems projects across the Midlands, from order through to commissioning and handover.
• Review designs and technical submissions with the design team, ensuring documentation and O&M manuals are completed correctly.
• Plan and schedule engineering resources, subcontractors and materials.
• Ensure all work meets BS 5839/5266/8418 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and health & safety requirements.
• Prepare and maintain project programmes, budgets, risk registers and progress reports.
• Provide input to sales/estimating during handover and help build customer relationships.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Cost control

Subcontractor management

Fire & security systems knowledge

MS Office

Driving licence

Travel willingness

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Fire & Security Project Manager, £45k to £50k, Hybrid Working, Qualification Support

Location of works: Midlands, between Birmingham, Nottingham and Milton Keynes

Salary Bracket: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Industry: Fire & Security

About Our Customer

Our customer is a specialist fire protection and security provider with more than three decades of experience, delivering design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire and security systems for businesses across the UK. The business is growing and is looking to add a Project Manager to lead installation projects across the Midlands. The role takes each project from order to handover, acting as the main point of contact for clients and contractors.

Salary and Benefits Fire & Security Project Manager

• Support towards professional qualifications, plus ongoing training and development
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working pattern, with regular time on site
• Salary of £45,000 to £50,000, depending on experience
• Laptop, mobile phone and tablet provided
• Company van, company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Staff recognition programme rewarding strong contribution
• Discount benefits programme, including health and wellbeing support
• Full-time, permanent position

Key Responsibilities Fire & Security Project Manager

• Coordinate site works by liaising with clients, main contractors, consultants and other trades
• Handle variations, valuations and payment applications, controlling costs against budget
• Carry out site visits and quality inspections, resolving issues promptly
• Run a portfolio of fire alarm, security and related systems projects across the Midlands, from order through to commissioning and handover
• Review designs and technical submissions with the design team, and make sure documentation, certification and O&M manuals are completed correctly
• Plan and schedule engineering resources, subcontractors and materials
• Make sure all work meets relevant standards (such as BS 5839, BS 5266, BS 8418 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005) and health and safety requirements
• Prepare and maintain project programmes, budgets, risk registers and progress reports
• Give the sales and estimating teams technical input and support at handover, and help build customer relationships

Skills and experience Fire & Security Project Manager:

• Proven track record managing fire and/or security installation projects
• Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control and subcontractor management
• Good understanding of fire detection and alarm systems and the relevant British Standards
• Competent with MS Office and project management software
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands
• Desirable: recognised project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2 or similar)
• Desirable: SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification
• Desirable: fire industry qualifications or background (such as FIA, BAFE or NSI/SSAIB-related)
• Desirable: experience with CCTV, access control, gas suppression or VESDA systems
• Desirable: previous engineering or design background