Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Hybrid – site-based as required

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 (DOE) + Car/Allowance

Key Responsibilities

Project & Commercial Management

• Take full ownership of projects from handover through to completion and final account agreement
• Manage contracts in line with JCT requirements, including notices, applications, and change control
• Maintain full P&L responsibility, including forecasting, cost control, and cashflow management
• Prepare and submit Applications for Payment, lead valuations, and secure timely payment
• Identify, price, and negotiate variations and final accounts

Programme & Delivery

• Develop and manage detailed project programmes aligned with key milestones
• Coordinate design, technical submissions, and approvals
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and handover of systems
• Ensure all project documentation, certification, and O&M manuals are delivered

Subcontractor Management

• Manage subcontractor procurement, performance, and commercial control
• Monitor progress, quality, and productivity, ensuring alignment with programme and margin

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and main contractors
• Provide regular progress and financial reporting

Health & Safety & Close-Out

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and RAMS
• Oversee project close-out, including documentation, training, and handover

What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience

• Proven delivery of fire and security projects under JCT contracts
• Strong commercial experience across the full project lifecycle
• Experience managing subcontractors on live construction sites
• Strong financial and commercial awareness (P&L, forecasting, cashflow)

Technical Knowledge

A strong grounding in fire alarm systems is essential, alongside experience in most of the following:

• Fire Alarms
• PAVA
• EVC
• Access Control
• CCTV
• Intruder Alarms

Desirable: Structured cabling / data infrastructure

Qualifications

• ECS Black Manager Card (or ability to obtain)
• SMSTS
• Valid ECS/CSCS Card
• NVQ Level 6 (or equivalent) – desirable

What’s on Offer

• £55,000 – £65,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Car or car allowance
• 24 days holiday
• Travel and expenses covered
• The opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in its continued success

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