Building Safety Manager - £65,038

  • Think Recruitment
  • City, Birmingham
  • 20/04/2026
Full time Construction Management

Job Description

We're looking for a Building Safety Manager to cover Midlands for a Birmingham based Housing association

We're working with a reputable housing association to recruit an experienced Building Safety Manager to play a key role in delivering fire safety and compliance across a diverse housing portfolio.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to keeping residents safe and delivering high-quality homes.

Job Title: Building Safety Manager

Salary: 65,038

Location: Birmingham

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and co-ordinate a programme of fire-safety and building-safety driven projects derived from FRA actions, safety case requirements, Building Safety Regulator expectations, and investment needs.
  • Plan and ensure consistent management of multiple fire safety projects, ensuring delivery against scope, timelines, budgets and quality standards.
  • Implement project controls, milestone tracking, risk logs, progress reporting, financial monitoring, and audit readiness.
  • Coordinate internal technical teams, contractors and consultants to ensure effective, compliant delivery.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Fire Safety, you'll take ownership of a programme of fire and building safety projects, with a focus on high-rise and higher-risk buildings.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Leading delivery of Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) actions and remediation works
  • Managing multiple safety-critical projects from planning through to completion
  • Ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Order & CDM Regulations
  • Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders
  • Driving a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

  • Strong experience in building safety / landlord compliance / social housing
  • Proven track record delivering FRA programmes and remediation projects
  • Knowledge of fire safety legislation, active & passive systems
  • Experience managing contractors, budgets, and procurement processes
  • Confident communicator with the ability to engage residents and stakeholders

Qualifications (one or more of the following)

  • Chartered status or professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, IFE, IOSH, IIRSM)
  • A degree or Level 6+ qualification in:
  • Building / Construction, Fire Engineering, Building Safety, Facilities / Asset Management, Formal Building Safety or Fire or Safety qualifications (Level 5-7)
  • Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management
  • CIH (or willingness to work towards)
  • Full UK driving licence

Why Apply?

  • Work on high-impact, safety-critical projects
  • Be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation
  • Opportunity to shape building safety strategy and delivery
  • Competitive salary + strong benefits package

Interested?
Drop me a message or email to find out more and apply confidentially. Contact (url removed) or call him on (phone number removed)

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