Project Manager (SME) Fire Systems

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.

Skills

Fire systems knowledge

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Fire Engineering qualification

Tools

MS Office

CAFM systems

Job description

Our core values: Integrity | Excellence | Respect | Innovation

Our business is truly special; part of the Eric Wright Group, and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, we are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focussed, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people, we strive to develop and nurture talent, provide a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be. The Eric Wright Group has a fantastic history. From our beginnings in construction to an award winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager (SME) - Fire Systems to lead the successful delivery of fire detection, alarm, suppression, and life safety projects. Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will oversee projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and fully compliant with industry regulations and customer requirements.This is an exciting opportunity for a technically knowledgeable project professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality fire protection solutions across commercial, industrial, and public-sector environments. This role will include on call work.

What You’ll Do:

Lead and drive fire systems compliance across EWFM, ensuring all technical standards, policies, and work instructions are effectively implemented.
Manage and deliver fire-related projects from planning through to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Oversee the completion of Fire Risk Assessment actions, statutory compliance requirements, and third-party audit outcomes.
Carry out audits of active and passive fire systems in line with SFG20, British Standards, and company requirements.
Develop and deliver training and upskilling programmes to enhance fire safety knowledge, capability, and compliance across operational teams.
Monitor and audit the quality of work delivered by internal teams and specialist contractors, driving continuous improvement and best practice.
Design and implement compliance assurance programmes to identify risks, close performance gaps, and maintain statutory compliance.
Act as the key relationship manager for strategic fire compliance suppliers, ensuring high standards of service and performance.
Provide expert technical guidance and support to operational teams, stakeholders, and the helpdesk.
Support business growth through tender submissions, new contract mobilisation, and technical input into commercial opportunities.
Work closely with the Health & Safety Manager and SHEQ teams to identify, manage, and mitigate fire-related business risks.
Maintain and develop your own technical expertise, ensuring knowledge remains current with industry standards, legislation, and emerging best practices.
Be part of the on-call / out-of-hours escalation level 3.

What You’ll Bring:

Proven experience in fire compliance, building engineering services, and fire safety management, ideally across healthcare, education, and commercial environments.
Strong technical knowledge of active and passive fire protection systems, fire risk assessments, and statutory compliance requirements.
A relevant qualification in Fire Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
Thorough understanding of fire safety legislation and standards, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, BS5839, BS5266, BS9999, SFG20, and CDM 2015 Regulations.
Experience managing compliance across large and complex property portfolios.
Excellent organisational, information management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritise and make sound decisions.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to produce clear technical reports and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, CAFM systems, and other digital management tools.
The ability to work independently and collaboratively, building strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and clients.
Experience within PFI/LIFT environments would be advantageous.

Our Values

At the heart of everything we do are four core values:

Integrity – We’re transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.
Excellence – We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.
Respect – We’re inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.
Innovation – We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a “can do” attitude.

How You’ll Work

We’re looking for someone who lives our behaviours:

Be authentic – Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust
Be accountable – Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks
Belong – Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose
Be the best you can – Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us
Be motivated – Strive for excellence and take charge of your development
Be safe – Look after yourself and others—safe people, safe place
Be inclusive – Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality
Be empathetic – Listen deeply and value every voice
Be open – Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what’s right
Be collaborative – Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others
Be inspiring – Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork
Be bold – Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future

Why Join Us?

Be part of a business that exists to make a difference
Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment
Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values
Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future
Good salary and benefits offer

Our offer

Company car / car allowance scheme - we are working towards 100% hybrid / electric vehicle
Enhanced annual leavestarting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
BUPA -optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
Group Income Protection –50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
Health Plans – optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness
EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
Mental Health support– through theThrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
Savings scheme –Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
Onsite gym – we have a gym on site at Head Office – free to use
Company Doctor– for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
A comprehensivehealth and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
A wide range of enhanced benefits to support yourwell-being and work-life balance