Snr Project Manager

Proactive Global; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee fire door installation projects in London, driving them from planning through handover. You will coordinate with clients, main contractors, site teams and manufacturing operations, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with top safety and quality standards.

You will manage multiple projects, lead a team of site personnel, and report on progress, costs and risks, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and contractors to

Qualifications

• 3+ years' proven experience in construction, installation or fire protection projects.
• CSCS Black Card (essential).
• Strong knowledge of fire door installation standards and Building Regulations.
• Experience managing projects valued £100k-£1m+.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver fire door installation projects across London, ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations and fire door schemes.
• Lead larger accounts and coordinate with clients, main contractors and site teams.
• Produce and maintain detailed project programmes, method statements, risk assessments and resource plans.
• Manage site installation teams, subcontractors and suppliers to meet milestones.
• Conduct site inspections, quality audits and snagging to maintain high installation standards.
• Control costs, variations and valuations; report monthly on budget and risk.
• Liaise with clients, principal contractors, fire engineers and building control on technical queries.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practices on each site.
• Manage project documentation, handover packs and O&M manuals.
• Identify and pursue additional works opportunities through strong client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Driving licence

Fire safety knowledge

CSCS Black Card

Building regulations knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: London (site-based with occasional office presence)

Reports to: Managing Director

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

As Senior Project Manager you will be the single point of accountability for delivering multiple fire door installation contracts on time, on budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. You will lead projects from pre-installation planning through to handover and snagging, working closely with clients, main contractors, site teams, and our in-house manufacturing operation. You will also have 3 direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver fire door installation projects across London, ensuring full compliance with current UK Building Regulations and third-party fire door certification schemes.
• Take a lead role in some of the larger accounts.
• Produce and maintain detailed project programmes, method statements, risk assessments and resource plans.
• Manage site installation teams, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve programme milestones.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality audits and snagging walks to maintain the highest installation standards.
• Control project costs, variations and valuations; report monthly on budget, programme and risk.
• Liaise with clients, principal contractors, fire engineers and building control to resolve technical and compliance queries.
• Champion health, safety and environmental best practice on every site.
• Manage project documentation, handover packs and O&M manuals.
• Identify and secure additional works opportunities through strong client and contractor relationships.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' proven experience as a Senior Manager (or equivalent) in construction, specialist installation or fire protection projects.
• Valid CSCS Black Card (essential - applications without this will not be considered).
• Strong working knowledge of fire door installation standards, fire safety legislation and current Building Regulations.
• Experience of managing projects valued £100k-£1m+.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Formal project or site management qualifications.
• Experience working with social housing, local authorities and schools.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communications skills and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Solution-focussed with a proactive approach to technical challenges.