Head of Projects

Trinity Fire & Security Systems; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire detection company is seeking a Head of Projects to manage fire alarm projects at Heathrow Airport. This role involves overseeing a £5m annual project portfolio and a team of experienced Project Managers. Ideal candidates will have senior project leadership experience in M&E or infrastructure, along with strong stakeholder management skills. The position offers opportunities for establishing a high-profile reputation within a secure aviation contract.

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects in M&E or infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to build trust quickly and manage senior relationships.
• Experience in security, safety, and public environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from cradle to grave, ensuring compliance and profitability.
• Manage live work-in-progress of circa £2m and forecast risks.
• Act as a senior contact for stakeholders and contractors.

Skills

Senior project leadership experience

Strong stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Knowledge of airport environments

Job description

Head of Projects – Aviation (Fire Detection Systems)

Location - Heathrow Airport (site-based, on-site parking)
Salary - To £90,000 (dependent upon experience) + Car / Allowance + Incentives

Trinity Fire & Security, part of Premier Technical Services Group, is seeking an experienced Head of Projects to lead fire alarm and fire detection works at Heathrow Airport.

This is a senior, on-site leadership role within a long-term aviation contract secured beyond 2030. You’ll take ownership of a £5m annual project portfolio, overseeing 30–40 live projects ranging from small system changes to major installation programmes.

You’ll lead a capable team of four experienced Project Managers, supported by a wider on-site team covering design, engineering, coordination, and administration. The operation is performing well – this role is about elevating delivery, strengthening relationships, and setting the standard.

What you’ll do

• Lead projects from cradle to grave, ensuring safe, compliant, and profitable delivery
• Manage live work-in-progress of circa £2m, forecasting risk and opportunity
• Operate confidently within NEC3 & NEC4 contract frameworks
• Act as a senior point of contact for Heathrow stakeholders and partner contractors
• Navigate the realities of live airport working: security, access, safety, and public environments
• Build trust quickly, driving a culture of accountability without micromanagement

What we’re looking for

• Senior project leadership experience within M&E, infrastructure, or regulated environments
• Strong stakeholder management and commercial awareness
• Experience of airport environments highly advantageous
• Fire alarm or life safety systems knowledge beneficial, but not essential

Why this role stands out

• Long-term, secure aviation contract
• Established, high-performing team
• On-site support from an experienced Aviation Contracts Director
• A genuine opportunity to build a reputation in a highly visible, high-impact role

This is an ideal opportunity for someone already operating in an airport environment, or a senior project leader ready to take ownership of a flagship aviation account.