Fire Systems Project Manager – SME & Compliance Lead

Eric Wright Group

Preston

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company car / car allowance

Enhanced annual leave

Enhanced paid family leave

Learning and development

Pension

Health plans

Mental health support

Onsite gym

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Eric Wright Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager (SME) for Fire Systems to lead delivery of fire detection, alarm, suppression, and life safety projects across commercial, industrial, and public-sector environments. You will act as SME, overseeing projects from planning to completion and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery in compliance with industry regulations.

The role includes providing expert technical guidance, managing audits, and supporting tender submissions.

Qualifications

Proven experience in fire compliance and fire safety management across healthcare, education, and commercial environments.
Strong technical knowledge of active and passive fire protection systems and fire safety standards.

Responsibilities

Lead and drive fire systems compliance across EWFM and ensure implementation of standards and policies.
Manage and deliver fire-related projects from planning through to completion.
Oversee Fire Risk Assessment actions and statutory compliance requirements.
Carry out audits of active and passive fire systems per SFG20, BS standards, and company requirements.
Develop and deliver training to enhance fire safety knowledge across teams.