Fire Safety Projects Manager – External Contracts

Moxie People; Kings Worthy; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing provider is seeking an experienced External Contracts Manager to manage major fire safety and building safety projects. The role includes overseeing contractors, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety legislation. Candidates should have experience in construction and a strong understanding of regulations. Benefits include flexible working, 28 days of holiday, and up to 10% pension contributions, along with various wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible working options

28 days holiday

Up to 10% pension contributions

Retail discounts

Life assurance (5x salary)

Wellbeing and health support

Electric car scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, building safety, or a similar field.
• Proven background in managing contractors on major works programmes.
• Strong understanding of fire and building safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Managing externally sourced contractors and consultants.
• Delivering large-scale fire and building safety projects.
• Conducting site inspections and identifying defects.

Skills

Construction management

Fire safety regulations

Stakeholder management

Excel proficiency

KPI monitoring

Risk assessment

Education

Working towards chartership (e.g., MCIOB)

Qualifications like PRINCE2/PMP

Tools

Project management software

Job description

A leading social housing provider is seeking an experienced External Contracts Manager to manage major fire safety and building safety projects. The role includes overseeing contractors, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety legislation. Candidates should have experience in construction and a strong understanding of regulations. Benefits include flexible working, 28 days of holiday, and up to 10% pension contributions, along with various wellbeing initiatives.