Fire Door Project Manager

Progroup Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable contractor in fire safety is seeking a project manager to lead the delivery of fire door remedials and installations in social housing across the United Kingdom. The role requires proven experience in managing fire door projects, excellent communication and organizational skills, and a good understanding of compliance standards. You'll enjoy autonomy and the opportunity to make a real impact, managing multiple sites and responsibilities. Ideal for those looking to build a long-term career in fire safety and compliance delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing fire door projects within the social housing sector.
• Strong ability to work independently and self-manage multiple site responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills to engage confidently with clients and residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of fire door remedials and installations across multiple live sites.
• Plan and co-ordinate site activities to ensure projects are on time.
• Act as the primary on-site point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Construction-related qualification

SMSTS or equivalent safety certification

Job description

Key responsibilities

Lead the delivery of fire door remedials, installations and associated works across multiple live sites on a social housing contract.

Plan, programme and co‑ordinate site activities to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Act as the primary on‑site point of contact for clients, residents, subcontractors and internal teams.

Ensure compliance with fire safety and building regulations, including FIRAS / FPA / BM TRADA standards where applicable.

Manage subcontractors, materials, access arrangements and site documentation.

Produce accurate progress updates, site records, health & safety compliance (RAMS), and quality assurance reporting.

Maintain high levels of communication with the client and internal stakeholders.

What we’re looking for

Proven experience managing fire door projects within the social housing sector

Strong ability to work independently and self‑manage multiple site responsibilities

Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients and residents

Sound understanding of relevant compliance standards and best practice for fire doors

Valid UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between sites across the region

Desirable

FIRAS / Third‑party accreditation experience (or strong knowledge of standards)

Construction / Compliance related qualification or project management experience

CSCS card

SMSTS or equivalent safety certification

Why apply?

Work with a reputable contractor

Autonomy and responsibility to manage projects across a defined geographic patch

Opportunity to build long‑term career in fire safety and compliance delivery