Passive Fire Contracts Manager

Passive Fire Contracts Manager; Ibstock; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Performance bonus

Company pension

Hybrid role

Annual leave

Job summary

Nub News in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced Passive Fire Protection Contracts Manager to oversee multiple contracts from planning to completion, ensuring safety, schedules and budgets are met.

You will lead site teams, coordinate labour, maintain client relationships and liaise with main contractors, suppliers and operations to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience managing multiple passive fire protection contracts.
• Strong technical understanding of passive fire systems and fire stopping.
• Proven experience coordinating labour, site teams and project delivery.
• Excellent organisational, communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple contracts simultaneously, from order receipt through to final completion.
• Plan and coordinate project activities, resources and labour requirements.
• Supervise site teams and ensure sufficient workforce coverage.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, main contractors, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Monitor progress, costs, quality and deadlines, resolving issues as they arise.
• Prepare and review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements).
• Ensure installations meet project specifications, relevant standards and compliance requirements.
• Provide regular updates to clients and maintain positive working relationships.
• Collaborate with operational teams to maintain productivity and achieve successful outcomes.

Skills

Contract management

Organisational skills

Communication

Client-facing

Education

IFE Level 2/3

Tools

PM software

Job description

An established and rapidly growing passive fire protection contractor based in Leicestershire is looking to recruit an experienced Passive Fire Protection Contracts Manager to support its expanding workload. The business delivers projects across healthcare, education, custodial, commercial, industrial and residential sectors, working with major main tier 1 contractors, regional businesses and smaller clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing specialist where you can take ownership of varied projects, build strong client relationships and contribute to successful delivery across the Midlands.

The Role You will oversee several contracts from initial planning through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule and within agreed budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple contracts simultaneously, from order receipt through to final completion.
• Plan and coordinate project activities, resources and labour requirements.
• Supervise site teams and ensure sufficient workforce coverage.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, main contractors, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Monitor progress, costs, quality and deadlines, resolving issues as they arise.
• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Ensure installations meet project specifications, relevant standards and compliance requirements.
• Provide regular updates to clients and maintain positive working relationships.
• Collaborate with operational teams to maintain productivity and achieve successful outcomes.

Essential Requirements:

• At least 5 years' experience managing multiple passive fire protection contracts.
• Strong technical understanding of passive fire systems and fire stopping.
• Proven experience coordinating labour, site teams and project delivery.
• Excellent organisational, communication and client-facing skills.
• Confident using IT systems and project management software.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Desirable Experience:

• IFE Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Previous experience in fire stopping or passive fire installation.
• Experience delivering works across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, custodial or residential environments.

Salary & Benefits:

• £50,000-£60,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Hybrid role
• Permanent position
• Company car or car allowance.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Company pension scheme.
• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

If you're an experienced professional looking for your next permanent move, this opportunity offers a varied workload, a competitive package and the chance to contribute to a growing specialist business.