Fire Stopping Contract Manager

Progroup Recruitment Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Fire Stopping Contract Manager for permanent, full-time positions across the UK, primarily in the Midlands. You will oversee fire protection projects, manage site teams, and ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates have experience in project management and a strong understanding of fire safety compliance. Salary is around £50,000 - £60,000 per annum with company vehicle or allowance.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Fuel card/mileage expenses

Pension

Standard company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing fire stopping projects.
• Experience with compliance recording systems/apps.
• Strong understanding of fire safety compliance and installation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of fire stopping projects from start to completion.
• Manage site teams and subcontractors effectively.
• Conduct site inspections for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Fire stopping project management

Fire safety compliance understanding

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

ProGroup Recruitment are working with several leading fire protection contractors who are looking to appoint experienced Fire Stopping Contract Managers to join their growing delivery teams. These are permanent, full-time positions overseeing passive fire protection projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, and education sectors. The roles are primarily Midlands-based but may involve nationwide travel and occasional stopping away as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple fire stopping projects from pre-start through to completion
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and materials to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and third-party accreditations
• Liaise with clients, site teams, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships
• Produce RAMS, progress reports, and handover documentation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing fire stopping/passive fire protection projects with a range of fire stopping products
• Experience of compliance recording systems/apps
• Strong understanding of fire safety compliance, installation standards, and third-party accreditations such as IFC, BM TRADA, and FIRAS
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel and stay away when required

Package

• Salary circa. £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Fuel card/mileage expenses, pension, and standard company benefits

If you're an experienced Fire Stopping Contract Manager seeking your next opportunity with a specialist contractor, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now or contact Joanna Kennedy at ProGroup Recruitment for a confidential discussion