Technical Manager Fire Protection · Head Office - McDermott House

Kilnbridge Construction Services Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kilnbridge Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to provide technical leadership across passive fire protection projects from tender stage through to handover.

You will work with Preconstruction, Commercial and Operations to ensure compliant, buildable and commercially viable solutions, maintain quality, manage technical risk and strengthen the team’s capability across Kilnbridge’s UK operations.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction, Fire Safety or related discipline.
• Strong experience in passive fire protection and related construction roles.
• Solid understanding of passive fire protection systems and installation methods.
• Knowledge of FIRAS requirements, Building Regulations and Building Safety Act.
• Experience reviewing specifications, drawings and compliance documentation.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across Preconstruction, Commercial and Operations to ensure compliant passive fire protection solutions.
• Review drawings, specifications and fire strategies to identify requirements and compliance obligations.
• Support selection of compliant, buildable, commercially appropriate fire protection systems.
• Review technical submissions, compliance records and evidence for projects.
• Identify and elevate technical, compliance and design risks.
• Collaborate with manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors for information, approvals and warranties.
• Assist audits, inspections, quality reviews and project close-out activities.
• Resolve technical queries, RFIs and site challenges; attend client meetings and design workshops.
• Champion Building Safety Act and maintain robust technical records and decision-making.
• Mentor junior technical team members and BIM technicians.

Skills

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Education

Engineering/Fire Safety degree or equivalent

Tools

Drawing review software

Document control systems

BIM tools

Job description

Technical Manager

Kilnbridge

Head Office – Canning Town / Site visits as required

Kilnbridge Fire Protection

The Role

We're looking for an experienced and solutions-focused Technical Manager to join Kilnbridge Fire Protection.

This is a pivotal position within the business, providing technical leadership and assurance across our passive fire protection projects from tender stage through to project completion. You'll work closely with Preconstruction, Commercial and Operations teams, ensuring that technical solutions are compliant, buildable, commercially viable and aligned with the latest industry regulations and standards.

As a trusted technical specialist, you'll play a key role in maintaining quality, managing technical risk, supporting project delivery and helping to strengthen our technical capability across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a passive fire protection professional who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing stakeholders and making a tangible impact on project success.

About Kilnbridge

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic engineering, construction and infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of a structure - design, build, adapt, repair and protect - delivered by four specialist operational businesses that combine seamlessly as One Kilnbridge to meet any project’s needs.

We are purpose led, focused on building a sustainable and resilient future for the UK, with a reputation for technical excellence, safety and quality built over 35 years. As an employee‑owned business, our people are at the heart of everything we do - empowered to contribute, innovate and help shape our continued success.

If you want to develop your expertise, contribute to technically challenging projects and be part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Provide technical support and guidance across Preconstruction, Commercial and Operations teams to ensure compliant and effective passive fire protection solutions.




• Review drawings, specifications, fire strategies and technical documentation to identify project requirements and compliance obligations.




• Support the selection of compliant, buildable and commercially appropriate fire protection systems.




• Review technical submissions, compliance records, submittals and supporting evidence for projects.




• Identify, manage and elevate technical, compliance and design risks where required.




• Work closely with manufacturers, suppliers and specialist subcontractors to obtain technical information, approvals and warranties.




• Support technical audits, inspections, quality reviews and project close‑out activities.




• Assist project teams with resolving technical queries, RFIs, non‑conformances and site‑based challenges.




• Attend client meetings, design workshops and site visits, providing expert technical input and recommendations.




• Champion the principles of the Building Safety Act and the "golden thread" by ensuring robust technical records and decision‑making processes are maintained.




• Support, mentor and develop junior technical team members, BIM technicians and project staff.




• Contribute to continuous improvement, standardisation and technical excellence across the business.

What you'll need

• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent experience in Engineering, Construction, Fire Safety or a related discipline.




• Strong experience within passive fire protection, fire‑related construction, technical management, design coordination, project management or installation management.




• A solid understanding of passive fire protection systems, installation methods and manufacturer requirements.




• Knowledge of FIRAS requirements, Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act and relevant industry standards.




• Experience reviewing specifications, drawings, fire strategies, technical submissions and compliance documentation.




• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and confidently.




• Excellent problem‑solving skills and strong attention to detail.




• Commercial awareness with an understanding of project risk, buildability and operational constraints.




• Experience working with clients, consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, subcontractors and project delivery teams.




• Proficiency in technical software, document control systems and drawing review processes.




• IFE Level 3 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification.




• A full UK driving licence.




• Alignment with Kilnbridge values: Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.

Why Kilnbridge?

With major projects delivered across the UK - from national infrastructure to clean energy, buildings and complex structural works - Kilnbridge offers the opportunity to work on schemes that leave a lasting legacy on the built environment. With a UK network of offices from London to Runcorn to Lisburn, we are a trusted partner in some of the most highly regulated, constrained and demanding environments.

We are proud to be an employee‑owned organisation where every colleague has a real stake in our success and a voice in how we grow. Our culture is shaped by four core values - Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence - which guide how we work and support one another every day.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Kilnbridge is an equal opportunities employer and a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage applicants who may require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or marital status.