Quality Assurance Manager (fire sprinkler systems)

ESD Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Long-term progression

Job summary

ESD Recruitment is seeking a Contracts & Quality Manager for fire sprinkler projects across the UK. This site-based role involves travel and oversees installation quality, project delivery and site operations.

You will lead engineers and subcontractors, conduct site inspections, manage programmes and client relationships, support commissioning, and ensure designs and specifications are met.

Permanent position with company vehicle and clear long-term progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in contracts management, project management or quality management within the fire sprinkler industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of sprinkler installation and commissioning.
• Experience managing engineers and subcontractors.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple sprinkler installation projects simultaneously.
• Oversee installation programmes, project deadlines and completion dates.
• Attend pre-start meetings, site surveys and client meetings.
• Liaise with clients, site managers, subcontractors and internal departments.
• Allocate labour and coordinate engineers and subcontractors across projects.
• Monitor project progress and ensure agreed programmes are achieved.
• Manage materials, including ordering, usage, wastage and take-offs.
• Prepare monthly valuations and liaise with accounts regarding outstanding payments.
• Resolve technical and design queries with site teams.
• Coordinate with designers regarding installation changes and project requirements.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Quality management

Health & safety

Client liaison

Organisation skills

Driving licence

Job description

Contracts & Quality Manager – Fire Sprinkler Systems

Location: Site Based – UK Travel

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Sector: Fire Protection / Sprinkler Systems

About the Company

Our client is an established specialist fire protection contractor delivering sprinkler system installations, servicing, maintenance and commissioning services across the UK.

Due to continued growth and an increasing project workload, they are seeking an experienced Contracts & Quality Manager to oversee installation quality, project delivery and site operations.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple sprinkler installation projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

The role involves overseeing engineers and subcontractors, conducting site inspections, managing installation programmes and maintaining strong relationships with clients.

You will also provide technical support, assist with commissioning and servicing activities when required, and ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved designs and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Contracts & Project Management

• Manage multiple fire sprinkler installation projects simultaneously.
• Oversee installation programmes, project deadlines and completion dates.
• Attend pre-start meetings, site surveys and client meetings.
• Liaise with clients, site managers, subcontractors and internal departments.
• Allocate labour and coordinate engineers and subcontractors across projects.
• Monitor project progress and ensure agreed programmes are achieved.
• Manage materials, including ordering, usage, wastage and take-offs.
• Produce subcontractor purchase orders and manage additional works.
• Prepare monthly valuations and liaise with accounts regarding outstanding payments.
• Resolve technical and design queries with site teams.
• Coordinate with designers regarding installation changes and project requirements.

Quality Assurance & Technical Management

• Ensure consistent installation quality across all projects.
• Conduct routine site inspections and quality checks.
• Carry out pre-commissioning inspections, surveys and testing.
• Oversee commissioning activities and ensure all works meet the required standards.
• Check material compatibility, including CPVC pipework and associated fixings.
• Identify defects, manage snagging and coordinate remedial works.
• Support engineers with servicing, maintenance and warranty repairs when required.
• Ensure accurate as-built drawings and commissioning paperwork are submitted.
• Produce operation and maintenance manuals and technical submissions.
• Maintain and update installation guidance and technical documentation.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all site activities comply with relevant health and safety requirements.
• Review and implement risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Deliver toolbox talks to engineers and subcontractors.
• Carry out quarterly health and safety site audits.
• Promote safe working practices across all projects.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in contracts management, project management or quality management within the fire sprinkler industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of sprinkler installation and commissioning.
• Experience managing engineers and subcontractors.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of sprinkler system designs, materials and installation requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness, including materials, labour costs and project valuations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with an established fire protection contractor.
• Company vehicle.
• Opportunity to manage a variety of projects.
• Long-term career progression.
• Supportive senior management team.