Project Manager - Special Risks Team

Mitie; Stourbridge, Manchester, Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Argus Fire, part of the Mitie Group, is seeking a Project Manager for the Special Risks Team to oversee a portfolio of UK projects.

You will lead procurement, cost control, liaise with clients and site teams, ensure compliance, and assist with testing and commissioning of sprinkler installations. The role requires a strong background in commercial sprinkler contracts and BS EN12845 standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience as Project Manager of commercial sprinkler installations.
• CSCS card.
• Strong procurement and cost control skills.
• Background in commercial sprinkler contracts, wet riser systems and dry riser systems.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Understanding of Sprinkler related standards BS EN12845, LPC Rules & BS9990.
• SSSTS or SMSTS.
• Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly approach.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of labour, equipment and fabrication
• Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and site managers/supervisors
• In partnership with your Operations Manager and Director, be responsible for cost control of contracts/projects
• Keep records of installation progress and monitor against program of rewards
• Keep up to date site records, including diary of all site operatives working on your projects
• Maintain compliance on site with issued and approved method statements and risk assessments
• Assist with testing and commissioning

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Cost control

Stakeholder liaison

Site management

MS Office

BS EN12845

LPC Rules

SSSTS

Customer service

Sprinkler contracts

Job description

OverviewArgus Fire launched in 1982, is part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK's class-leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems.

We design, install, and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects through to servicing small standalone products. We currently have over 200 employees and have offices based in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London.

Despite our ongoing success, we are never content on standing still and continue to re-invest significant amounts into the development of our products, services and platforms.

Why join us?

Come and work with a talented, motivated, and friendly group of like-minded colleagues. Be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues. Be part of a company that invests heavily in apprenticeships futures and ongoing learning and development.

Project Manager - Special Risks Team - The Role

As the Project Manager within the Special Risks team you will be responsible for managing a selection of projects across the UK.

Responsibilities

• -Procurement of labour, equipment and fabrication
• -Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and site managers/supervisors
• -In partnership with your Operations Manager and Director, be responsible for cost control of contracts/projects
• -Keep records of installation progress and monitor against program of rewards
• -Keep up to date site records, including diary of all site operatives working on your projects
• -Maintain compliance on site with issued and approved method statements and risk assessments
• -Assist with testing and commissioning

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• -Minimum of 10 years experience as Project Manager of commercial sprinkler installations
• -CSCS card
• -Strong procurement and cost control skills
• -Background in commercial sprinkler contracts, wet riser systems and dry riser systems
• -Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and similar project management software
• -Understanding of Sprinkler related standards BS EN12845, LPC Rules & BS9990
• -SSSTS or SMSTS
• -Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly approach