Project Manager - Fire Detection / Suppression

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead innovative projects in fire detection and suppression systems. This role offers the opportunity to manage diverse projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering collaboration across teams. The successful candidate will leverage their technical expertise and project management skills to drive efficiency and deliver measurable outcomes. Join a company that values quality and innovation, and be part of a team that takes pride in its work while contributing to the safety and success of clients across the UK.

Benefits

Company Phone

Car Allowance

Laptop

Private Medical Cover

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Project Manager in fire alarms or gas suppression.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire detection systems and project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate projects to achieve strategic business objectives.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Fire Alarms

Gas Suppression

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Relevant Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Asana

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager - Fire Detection / Suppression
Location: Alton, Hampshire.
Type: Full-time
Salary: £29,000 - £35,000 per annum plus annual commission/bonuses. Company Phone, Car Allowance, Laptop.
Benefits: Private Medical Cover

About our client

They are the UK's leading provider of data centre gas operated suppression systems and equipment. They’re a UK SME that specialises in fire suppression, providing a broad range of services from fully managed solutions to consultancy. Their workforce takes great pride in what they do and consistently deliver assurance, compliance and quality. Even though the business began in 2015 they bring a vast wealth of over 80 years combined fire engineering experience.

About the job

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating projects to achieve strategic business objectives, ensuring that initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role involves planning, executing, and monitoring projects while managing resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations. The Project Manager serves as a central point of communication and accountability, driving collaboration across teams and ensuring that project goals align with organisational priorities.

This position plays a key role in fostering innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement to deliver measurable outcomes and contribute to the overall success of the business.

Working as a Project Manager will undertake works on Fire Alarms, Gas Suppression, Watermist, Fixed Installations, Aspirating and other specialist detection systems and will include pressure relief, gas extraction and smoke management.

Key Task & Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution / Site Coordination / Client Interaction / Estimation & Technical Support / Technical Compliance & Software Utilisation / Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance / Documentation & Reporting / Budget & Performance Management / Problem Solving & Issue Resolution.

Ensure all necessary materials, equipment, and resources are available for project completion in line with the specified British Standards (e.g., BS 5306, BS 8433, BS EN 15004, BS6266, BS5839 & BS7671).

Experience / Skills / Competencies:

• Proven 3–5 years’ experience as a Project Manager, preferably within fire alarms, gas suppression or similar industries.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire alarms, watermist, gas suppression and related systems.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Relevant certifications advantageous.
• A strong team player with the ability to communicate and work with all departments.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Valid UK Driving Licence
• Exposure to construction site conditions during site work
• Regular site visits and travel required.

If this opportunity is of interest, apply now to be immediately considered.