Mechanical Sprinkler / Mist Project Manager

Protec Fire Detection; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 53,705 - 107,411; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and Accommodation Expenses Covered

Training and Further Qualifications

Bonus Scheme

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Mechanical Sprinkler/Mist Project Manager to oversee diverse projects in the fire industry. This role involves managing all aspects of mechanical sprinkler or water mist suppression systems, from initial inquiries to final accounts, ensuring quality results and excellent communication with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and health and safety, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Join a growing team in a dynamic sector, where your contributions will make a significant impact on public and private projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing mechanical sprinkler or water mist systems.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage sprinkler installation contracts from enquiry to final accounts.
• Ensure financial control and efficiency in project delivery.
• Liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure timely project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Management

Financial Control

Negotiation Skills

Education

Health and Safety Qualification (IOSH, SMSTS)

Experience in Construction Project Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Sprinkler / Mist Project Manager

Protec Camerfield require a self-motivated individual who can manage all aspects of mechanical sprinkler or water mist suppression systems. The role requires a pro-active and pragmatic individual who can work alone and part of a team to collaborate with all relevant contributors for the design, supply, installation and commissioning of the systems with excellent communication and quality results to our customers. The project manager will have direct involvement from pre-order through to final account and warranty period. This is an opportunity to join a growing diverse team within an expanding sector of the fire industry. Current and forthcoming projects cover public and private sectors; including custodial, healthcare, hotels, retail and residential; and range in value from £10k to £5M. Projects are located nationwide and a degree of flexibility in working location may be required. Protec cover all travel and accommodation expenses. Training, further qualifications and bonus scheme will be offered to the successful candidate.

• Job Location: Flexible - ideally North West and London

Contract Type: Full time

Hours: 40 hours per week

Typical Responsibilities

• To expertly handle sprinkler or water mist installation contracts from initial enquiry through to final accounts.
• Assume full financial control of projects, delivering the works efficiently and profitably, including responsibility for raising purchase and subcontract orders.
• Effectively manage the installation work on site; attending regular client meetings; having responsibility for health and safety; producing progress updates and reports; and completion of project quality assurance checks.
• Prepare and communicate detailed programmes of work to ensure deadlines and contract requirements are met.
• Liaise with suppliers, design, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and information flow, and accurately report to clients, contractors and governing bodies as necessary.
• Negotiate, monitor, and produce quotations for contract variations.
• Highlight possible problem areas at the earliest opportunity and obtain commercial advice where necessary.
• Prepare technical reports and submittals including operating and maintenance manuals and handover documents, by collating and presenting relevant information.
• Identify and report deviations or nonconformities from scope, Standards or contract.
• Ability to travel within the UK, and visit European suppliers as necessary for the role.
• Any other duties commensurate with the role.

Person Specification

Candidates shall be able to demonstrate the necessary qualifications, experience, skills, and traits to meet the requirements set below. Requirements for the role shall be evidenced on the application form and in the interview process. Please use the following as guidance when completing the further information section of your application form.

• Health and Safety Qualification, IOSH, SMSTS, etc. Experience of construction project engineering or management Essential Interview / Application
• Desirable: Interview / Application