Site Manager (Fire Protection) - Europe - 145446

Jones Engineering; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering is seeking a Site Manager (Fire Protection) for Europe, based in the UK. You will deliver projects focusing on commercial, schedule, quality and safety, reporting to senior management and coordinating with your team to meet client expectations.

You will oversee staffing, resource contracts, and adherence to group policies while driving site safety and QA checks, with regular site visits to maintain strong client relations.

Qualifications

• Capable in planning and budgeting for projects.
• Knowledge of Site Management processes (Finance, HR, Procurement, Design, Site ops).
• Excellent communication skills across teams and stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Proven problem-solving aptitude on site.
• 4+ years in Fire Protection Design & build or similar mechanical roles.
• Relevant NFQ Level 8 qualifications in Project & Construction Programme Management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Commercial, Schedule, Quality and Safety targets for projects.
• Manage all elements including margin management and senior reporting.
• Oversee project staff and operations; ensure adequate resourcing with trained operatives and quality suppliers.
• Implement group policies and procedures and ensure adherence.
• Report project performance to General Manager and MD.
• Maintain strong customer relations with site visits and progress updates.
• Support implementation of company improvement projects on site.

Skills

Planning & budgeting

Site management

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Fire protection experience

Project management qualifications

Education

NFQ Level 8 qualification in PM/Construction

Job description

Roles And Responsibilities

The site Manager is responsible for delivering the Commercial, Schedule, Quality and Safety of the projects assigned to them in line with the companies and clients expectations. Managing all elements in their projects, including project margin management and reporting to senior management. Elements of the role will be completed directly by the Projects Manager or with their assigned team depending on the scale of the projects being completed and overall portfolio of work under the Projects Managers responsibility. A key element of the role is Implementing internal improvement projects tied to the strategic aims of the company.

Site Manager (Fire Protection) - Europe

Roles And Responsibilities

The site Manager is responsible for delivering the Commercial, Schedule, Quality and Safety of the projects assigned to them in line with the companies and clients expectations. Managing all elements in their projects, including project margin management and reporting to senior management. Elements of the role will be completed directly by the Projects Manager or with their assigned team depending on the scale of the projects being completed and overall portfolio of work under the Projects Managers responsibility. A key element of the role is Implementing internal improvement projects tied to the strategic aims of the company.

Job brief

• To successfully deliver the Projects assigned to them by Senior Management.
• Oversee all project staff and operations under their remit.
• Adequately resourcing of contracts with relevantly trained operatives and quality suppliers.
• Implementing group policies and procedures and ensuring they are adhered to.
• Reporting of their project's performance to General Manager and Managing Director.
• Maintaining strong customer relations with frequent site visits, progress updates and resolving issues.
• Review and improve project delivery effectiveness by implementing company lead improvement projects.

Site Manager duties include:

• Implement the companies Safety, Quality, Schedule and Project Management processes on their projects.
• Overseeing Site operations on a regular basis ensuring the above-mentioned processes are implemented and adhered to.
• Monitor & Control project budgets / margins performance with Senior Management on a monthly basis.
• Make certain that contracts are correctly mobilised and planned in terms of a budget and a clear scope communicated to Supervisors and Operatives.
• Ensure all on site practices are being adhered to and insist on a 'right first time' culture both in Safety and Quality. Verify QA checks and works sign off on site are completed and complete same should it be required.
• Support 'EHS' by preparing safety paperwork, monitor all health and safety practices through site walks and check they are being adhered to through toolbox talks, site inspections and equipment checks.
• Make certain site records and substantiation are complete and maintained in the job file.
• Ensure progress and variation information is being captured for accurate reporting
• Maintaining a highly motivational work environment at all levels and the functional dept's through active engagement with all personnel.
• Provide feedback to senior management on stand out performance from our employees, sub contractors and suppliers and keeping senior management informed of issues as and when they arise.
• Support implementation of company lead improvement projects at the work front.

Requirements And Skills

• Capable in planning and project budgeting.
• Knowledge of Site Management processes and functions (Finance, HR, Procurement, Design, Site operations etc.).
• Excellent communication skills.
• High performing organizational and leadership skills.
• Problem-solving aptitude.
• 4+ Years' Experience in the Fire Protection Design & build businesses or similar Mechanical roles.
• Relevant qualifications in Project and Construction Programme Management, to NFQ Level 8.