Assistant Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

You will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of fire alarm system installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable fire safety codes and regulations.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for fire alarm system projects.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, engineers, and regulatory authorities throughout project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure successful delivery.
• Review fire alarm system designs and specifications to ensure compliance with local fire codes, and building requirements.
• Oversee installation quality and conduct system testing and commissioning.
• Manage integration with other building systems including HVAC, security, and building automation systems.
• Serve as primary client contact for project communications and updates.
• Coordinate with internal teams including sales, engineering, design and installation teams.
• Ensure all work meets industry standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality control reviews.
• Manage project documentation including as‑built drawings, testing reports, and compliance certificates.

• Comprehensive and proven experience in fire protection systems project management.
• Project management qualifications preferred e.g. Prince.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, detection technologies, and notification devices.
• Knowledge of local fire codes and building codes.
• Familiarity with fire alarm system manufacturers and their products.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred but not essential.

• Salary Range competitive and negotiable depending on experience
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private medical scheme
• Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.45 - 16.40, Friday 8.45 - 4pm)

Please note: You will be required to undertake a basic or enhanced DBS check as part of your job role at Hall & Kay.

What sets us apart? Our culture. What we call 'the Hall & Kay way'.…it's a people thing. Put simply, we know we can achieve more when we work as a team - with clients, with the communities we serve and in our own business. Our people create safety every single day, using their skills and experience to adapt to changing situations and rise to the challenges presented to them. It's our people that make us trusted to deliver.