Fire Safety Project Manager

Greenacre Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Car allowance

Health and wellbeing benefits

Life assurance

Employee discount and rewards schemes

Job summary

Greenacre Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Fire Safety Project Manager to lead a major fire safety works programme for a residential property portfolio. You will manage projects, audit contractor performance, ensure compliance, and monitor remediation delivery to high standards.

Collaborating with asset management and building safety teams, you will oversee consultants and contractors, provide technical guidance, and help shape long-term fire safety strategies and investment plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading complex fire safety projects and remediation programmes.
• Strong knowledge of Building Safety Act 2022 and Fire Safety Act 2021.
• Experience in housing or residential asset management environments.
• Excellent contract management, planning and budget control skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and clear technical communication.
• Detail-oriented and proactive with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage fire safety projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee employers' agents, consultants and contractors for compliance and quality.
• Conduct fire safety inspections, surveys and QA audits.
• Monitor contract delivery, manage variations and budgets.
• Implement recommendations from Fire Risk Assessments and compliance reports.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety and building safety matters to senior stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate compliance and asset records.
• Support development of building safety strategies and investment programmes.

Skills

Fire safety

Contract management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Project planning

Education

Fire safety/building safety qualification

Fire Safety Level 4 / NEBOSH / IOSH / IFE

Job description

1-Year Fixed-Term Contract

c. £60,000 per annum + Benefits

We are seeking a Fire Safety Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major fire safety works programme across a residential property portfolio. This role will focus on managing fire safety projects, contractor performance, compliance activities, and ensuring that remediation works are delivered to the highest standards.

Working closely with asset management, property and building safety teams, you will provide technical expertise, oversee consultants and contractors, and support the long-term development of fire safety strategies and investment programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage fire safety projects and remediation programmes from inception through to completion.
• Oversee Employer's Agents, consultants and contractors, ensuring high standards of performance and compliance.
• Conduct fire safety inspections, surveys and quality assurance audits.
• Monitor contract delivery, manage variations and support effective budget control.
• Ensure recommendations arising from Fire Risk Assessments and other compliance reports are implemented and monitored.
• Provide technical advice to senior stakeholders on fire safety, compliance and building safety matters.
• Maintain accurate compliance and asset management records.
• Support the management of building safety risks and ensure compliance with current legislation and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience managing complex fire safety projects, remediation programmes, and contractor delivery.
• Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and associated legislation.
• Experience working within housing, property services, or residential asset management environments.
• Strong contract management, project planning and budget management skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly.
• A proactive approach with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications Required:

• Recognised qualification in Fire Safety, Building Safety, Construction or a related discipline.
• Fire Safety Level 4 qualification, NEBOSH, IOSH, IFE or equivalent desirable.
• Strong understanding of fire safety compliance within residential buildings.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Car allowance.
• Health and wellbeing benefits.
• Life assurance.
• Employee discount and rewards schemes