Fire Alarm Project Manager
London & South East
£60,000 – £75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Package
Experienced Fire Alarm Project Manager required for major London installation projects
We are working on behalf of a long-established and highly respected Fire & Security contractor who, due to continued growth and a strong secured order book, are looking to appoint an experienced Fire Alarm Project Manager to oversee the delivery of multiple high-value projects across London and the South East.
This is a senior appointment suited to someone with a solid background managing large-scale fire alarm installations within the construction sector, who is comfortable taking full responsibility for a number of live contracts at any one time.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience delivering multiple projects in excess of £1m, coupled with a sound commercial understanding and previous experience operating under JCT forms of contract.
This is not a junior coordination role — our client requires a proven Project Manager who can run projects properly, protect margin, manage programme and maintain strong relationships with Main Contractors, M&E Contractors and end clients.
The Role
Reporting into the Contracts Director, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of several fire alarm installation projects from pre-start through to commissioning, practical completion and final account.
Projects are typically high-spec commercial developments, residential schemes, education, healthcare and mixed-use sites, with contract values regularly exceeding £1 million.
Main Duties Will Include
- Managing multiple concurrent fire alarm installation projects valued at £1m+
- Full project delivery from initial mobilisation through to handover
- Administration of projects under JCT Design & Build and Standard Forms of Contract
- Attending and chairing progress meetings with Main Contractors, consultants and subcontractors
- Producing and managing project programmes
- Coordinating labour, site supervisors, commissioning engineers and specialist subcontractors
- Monitoring procurement schedules and material lead times
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, cause & effect and technical submittals
- Managing project costs, variations, valuations and change control
What We Are Looking For
To be considered, applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong and stable background in senior fire alarm project delivery.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within the Fire Alarm / Fire Detection sector
- Strong track record managing multiple live projects simultaneously
- Previous responsibility for contracts valued at £1 million and above
- Good working knowledge of JCT contracts and contractual procedures
- Experience working alongside Main Contractors and M&E Contractors on construction projects
- Commercial awareness with the ability to manage variations and protect profitability
- Strong technical understanding of fire alarm systems and associated life safety interfaces
- Knowledge of BS5839 and current industry regulations
- Excellent communication and client management skills
- Ability to drive projects with minimal supervision
Desirable
- FIA qualifications
- SMSTS / CSCS
- Additional experience with smoke ventilation, disabled refuge, suppression or integrated life safety systems
In Return
- Basic salary of £60,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
- Car allowance
- Performance bonus
- Pension
- Ongoing career progression into Senior Projects / Contracts Management
This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure business with a strong reputation in the market and a healthy pipeline of major London works.
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London & South East£60,000 – £75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Package
Experienced Fire Alarm Project Manager required for major London installation projects
We are working on behalf of a long-established and highly respected Fire & Security contractor who, due to continued growth and a strong secured order book, are looking to appoint an experienced Fire Alarm Project Manager to oversee the delivery of multiple high-value projects across London and the South East.
This is a senior appointment suited to someone with a solid background managing large-scale fire alarm installations within the construction sector, who is comfortable taking full responsibility for a number of live contracts at any one time.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience delivering multiple projects in excess of £1m, coupled with a sound commercial understanding and previous experience operating under JCT forms of contract.
This is not a junior coordination role — our client requires a proven Project Manager who can run projects properly, protect margin, manage programme and maintain strong relationships with Main Contractors, M&E Contractors and end clients.
The Role
Reporting into the Contracts Director, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of several fire alarm installation projects from pre-start through to commissioning, practical completion and final account.
Projects are typically high-spec commercial developments, residential schemes, education, healthcare and mixed-use sites, with contract values regularly exceeding £1 million.
Main Duties Will Include
- Managing multiple concurrent fire alarm installation projects valued at £1m+
- Full project delivery from initial mobilisation through to handover
- Administration of projects under JCT Design & Build and Standard Forms of Contract
- Attending and chairing progress meetings with Main Contractors, consultants and subcontractors
- Producing and managing project programmes
- Coordinating labour, site supervisors, commissioning engineers and specialist subcontractors
- Monitoring procurement schedules and material lead times
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, cause & effect and technical submittals
- Managing project costs, variations, valuations and change control
What We Are Looking For
To be considered, applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong and stable background in senior fire alarm project delivery.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager within the Fire Alarm / Fire Detection sector
- Strong track record managing multiple live projects simultaneously
- Previous responsibility for contracts valued at £1 million and above
- Good working knowledge of JCT contracts and contractual procedures
- Experience working alongside Main Contractors and M&E Contractors on construction projects
- Commercial awareness with the ability to manage variations and protect profitability
- Strong technical understanding of fire alarm systems and associated life safety interfaces
- Knowledge of BS5839 and current industry regulations
- Excellent communication and client management skills
- Ability to drive projects with minimal supervision
Desirable
- FIA qualifications
- SMSTS / CSCS
- Additional experience with smoke ventilation, disabled refuge, suppression or integrated life safety systems
In Return
- Basic salary of £60,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
- Car allowance
- Performance bonus
- Pension
- Ongoing career progression into Senior Projects / Contracts Management
This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially secure business with a strong reputation in the market and a healthy pipeline of major London works.
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