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Project Manager - Passive Fire
Job summary
A specialist contractor in the fire protection industry is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of passive fire protection projects across various sites. The ideal candidate must have proven project management experience and a background with a certified passive fire contractor. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum, company vehicle or car allowance, and flexible remote working arrangements. Strong knowledge of fire safety regulations and quality assurance is essential for success in this position.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven project management experience in passive fire protection.
- Background with a certified passive fire contractor.
- Solid knowledge of fire safety regulations and certification standards.
- Strong project management and organizational skills across multiple sites.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of fire protection projects.
- Manage site teams and subcontractors to ensure compliance.
- Conduct regular site visits and quality audits.
- Coordinate with suppliers and clients to maintain project flow.
- Prepare documentation for compliance and sign-off.
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Job Title: Project Manager – Passive Fire Protection
Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £50,000 per annum (negotiable DOE)
Reporting To: Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
On behalf of our client – a reputable and growing specialist contractor within the fire protection industry – we are seeking a skilled Project Manager with proven expertise in Passive Fire Protection to lead multiple projects nationwide.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join a forward-thinking organisation, offering remote working with regular weekly travel to the company's head office in Northamptonshire.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of firestopping and fireproofing projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and client satisfaction across a variety of sites. A hands‑on understanding of passive fire protection systems - ideally with prior experience in firestopping or joinery - is essential. This role suits someone confident in managing field teams, liaising with clients, and maintaining third‑party accreditation standards such as FIRAS or BM TRADA.
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of passive fire protection projects within budget and agreed timelines
- Manage site teams and subcontractors to ensure high‑quality delivery and regulatory compliance
- Conduct regular site visits, quality audits, and health & safety inspections
- Coordinate with suppliers, internal teams, and clients to maintain project flow
- Prepare and maintain documentation including RAMS, compliance reports, and final sign‑off packages
- Support commercial discussions and maintain strong client relationships
- Participate in weekly management meetings at head office (where feasible)
- Ensure all work meets third‑party accreditation requirements and promotes industry best practice
- Proven project management experience in passive fire protection (firestopping or joinery preferred)
- Background with a certified passive fire contractor
- Solid knowledge of fire safety regulations and third‑party certification standards
- Strong project management and organisational skills across multiple sites
- Proficient in H&S, RAMS preparation, and quality assurance
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the region
- Recognised industry qualifications (e.g. SSSTS, SMSTS, NVQ in Passive Fire Protection or Joinery)
- FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent third‑party accreditation
- Experience using digital reporting or project management tools
- Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
- Company vehicle or car allowance
- Fully expensed travel
- Remote working with flexible arrangements
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and training
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