Fire Contract Manager

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in fire safety in Greater London requires a Contract Manager to oversee installation and remediation contracts for fire doors and fire stopping systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in social housing, strong knowledge of fire safety compliance, and exceptional project management skills. This role offers a chance to enhance your career within a growing firm committed to quality and safety, ensuring fire safety across residential properties.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Contract Manager in social housing.
• Strong knowledge of fire doors and fire stopping systems.
• Experience in managing projects in occupied environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of fire door installation and fire stopping contracts.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety legislation.
• Maintain control of budgets, valuations, and variations.

Skills

Contract Management

Fire Safety Compliance

Project Management

Commercial Management

Stakeholder Management

Organizational Skills

Job description

Contract Manager - Fire Safety (Fire Doors & Fire Stopping)

Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing contractor / housing provider operating within the social housing and residential compliance sector. Due to a sustained increase in fire safety programmes, they are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to take ownership of fire door and fire stopping works across a large portfolio of occupied residential properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the delivery of multiple fire door installation, remediation, inspection, and fire stopping contracts
• Manage contracts from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring all works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Ensure all works comply with current fire safety legislation, including the Fire Safety Act, Building Safety Act, Approved Document B, and relevant British Standards such as BS 8214 and BS 476. Act as the main point of contact for clients, including housing associations, local authorities, and asset management teams
• Maintain control of commercial elements including budgets, valuations, variations, cost forecasting, and final accounts
• Ensure all health & safety requirements are met, including RAMS, site audits, and compliance with company and statutory H&S procedures
• Produce regular progress reports, programme updates, and KPI reports for senior management and clients

Essential Experience & Skills

• Demonstrable experience working as a Contract Manager or Senior Project Manager within social housing, residential refurbishment, or compliance-led works
• Strong working knowledge of fire doors and fire stopping systems, including installation standards, inspections, and remediation
• Experience managing projects within occupied / live environments
• Proven understanding of fire safety compliance, legislation, and best practice
• Commercially astute with experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and contract performanceExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to deal professionally with clients, residents, and internal teams
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale fire safety remediation or compliance programmes
• Knowledge or accreditation exposure to FIRAS, BM TRADA, FDIS, or similar third-party schemes

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of fire safety work and a clear commitment to quality and compliance.