Site Manager

Build Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking a Site-Based Installation Manager for multiple Passive Fire Protection (PFP) projects in South West London. The role requires an experienced professional with expertise in fire protection systems, managing budgets, and overseeing site activities to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in project management and a full UK driving licence. This is a critical role with both leadership and technical responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within fire protection or construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of fire safety regulations.
• Experience managing large-scale projects valued at £2-4 million.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Supervise daily site activities related to fire safety.
• Act as primary site contact for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Site Management

Passive Fire Protection Systems

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Site-Based Installation Manager - Passive Fire Protection (PFP)

Location: Site-based (multiple projects) South West London

Reporting To: Senior Management Team

Role Overview

Due to continued business growth and new contract awards, we are seeking an experienced Site-Based Installation Manager to take ownership of multiple large-scale Passive Fire Protection (PFP) projects valued between £2-£4 million, from inception through to completion.

This role requires a proven professional from the fire protection, construction, or fire & security sectors, with strong technical knowledge of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems. You will be responsible for managing site delivery, overseeing both direct labour and subcontractors, and acting as the primary site contact for clients and internal stakeholders.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong commercial awareness, excellent leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of fire safety regulations and compliance requirements. You will play a key role in ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and in line with commitment to quality, traceability, and value for money.

This role is ideally suited to a proactive, organised, and commercially astute individual who thrives in live environments, including social housing settings, and is capable of driving high-performing site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple PFP projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Supervise and coordinate daily site activities relating to fire safety and FRA remedial works.
• Oversee direct labour, agency staff, and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance.
• Manage the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment works.
• Act as the primary site-based point of contact for clients, suppliers, residents, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, quality inspections, and safety audits.
• Ensure full compliance with fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant British Standards, including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, programmes, and photographic evidence using digital reporting tools and mobile site applications.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and profitability, maintaining strong commercial control and contractual awareness.
• Implement and manage quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), ensuring first-pass compliance and regulator-ready audit trails.
• Ensure subcontractors and operatives are appropriately qualified, trained, and using approved, accredited materials and products.
• Conduct regular site inspections, manage defect resolution, and ensure all works are recorded and fully traceable via digital systems (Golden Thread).
• Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, value engineering, and cost efficiencies without compromising safety or compliance.
• Promote and embed a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence across all project teams.

Skills & Experience – Essential

• Proven experience as a Site Manager / Installation Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries.
• Strong technical knowledge of passive fire protection systems, including fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment.
• Experience managing large-scale projects (£2-4 million).
• Sound understanding of fire safety regulations, FRA requirements, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing direct labour, agency workers, and subcontractors.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and contractual obligations.
• Confident using IT systems, digital reporting tools, and mobile site applications.
• Full UK driving licence (maximum 6 points).

Desirable

• Relevant trade or PFP qualifications and certifications.
• Recent experience working within the social housing sector.
• Carpentry background with hands‑on experience in fire door installation or remedial works.
• Strong stakeholder engagement experience in live, occupied environments.