Sprinkler System Project Manager

Thrive SW; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Car Allowance

Job summary

Thrive SW in Manchester is seeking a skilled Sprinkler System Small Works Project Manager to oversee sprinkler project delivery from design review through commissioning.

You will ensure compliance with BS EN standards, manage budgets, coordinate across trades, review designs and act as the main client contact to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering sprinkler system projects from design through commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection standards and regulations.
• Ability to read construction drawings and hydraulic calculations.
• Understanding of sprinkler materials, fittings and installation methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple sprinkler projects from inception to completion.
• Ensure adherence to programme, budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate across trades and stakeholders with clear communication to clients and contractors.
• Review sprinkler designs for compliance and buildability.

Skills

Sprinkler systems knowledge

Project management

Reading construction drawings

Hydraulic calculations

Regulatory compliance

Communication with clients

Time management

Education

PMP / Construction Management qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Sprinkler System Small Works Project Manager Covering sites across Manchester £55,000 - £60,000 + Car Allowance Private Medical Scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Are you a Project Manager with experience delivering small works projects?

Our client is looking for an experienced Small Works Project Manager to oversee sprinkler system projects, managing all phases from design review through to commissioning. This role requires strong technical knowledge of sprinkler systems combined with excellent project management skills to ensure compliant, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent sprinkler projects from inception to completion
• Ensure adherence to programme, budget, and quality standards
• Coordinate across trades and stakeholders while maintaining clear communication with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities
• Review sprinkler system designs for compliance and buildability
• Verify hydraulic calculations, material specifications, and installation methods meet BS EN standards and local fire codes
• Conduct site inspections to ensure installation quality and system functionality
• Ensure compliance with BS EN 12845, FM standards, and Hall & Kay project guidelines
• Monitor budgets, track material and subcontractor costs, and manage variations
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to optimise project profitability
• Act as the primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide regular updates, manage risks, and ensure client satisfaction

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in sprinkler system installation, design, and project management
• Strong knowledge of fire protection standards and regulations
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and hydraulic calculations
• Solid understanding of sprinkler materials, fittings, and installation methods
• Project Management qualification (PMP / Construction Management) is advantageous
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously