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Fire Door Project Manager Salary: Up to 55,000 per annum Benefits: Company Van, Annual Leave, Pension Scheme, Career Progresion, Bonus Scheme, 12,000 investment in training, including Level 3 qualifications and further development Hours: 40 Hours per Week Contract: Permanent The role will involve a combination of office-based work at the Nottingham office and regular travel to sites across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Site Project Manager to support the delivery of fire door and passive fire protection contracts across a diverse portfolio of projects. The successful Fire Door Project Manager will work across multiple live contracts, supporting delivery teams and acting as the key link between Site Supervisors and senior operational management. This position offers a varied workload across social housing, hotels, healthcare facilities, commercial premises and other occupied environments with nationwide travel. As a Fire Door Project Manager, you will oversee installation activities, monitor programme delivery, maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety requirements. You will play a vital role in coordinating labour, materials, subcontractors and client communication across several locations. Key Responsibilities Support the successful delivery of passive fire protection and fire door installation projects. Coordinate Site Supervisors and installation teams across multiple contracts. Monitor quality, productivity and programme performance. Carry out site inspections and ensure works meet required standards. Procurement support. Liaise with clients, residents, contractors and stakeholders. Assist with planning, reporting and project documentation. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. Resolve site issues efficiently and professionally. Provide technical guidance relating to fire stopping, compartmentation and fire door works. Essential Requirements Previous experience as a Site Manager, Supervisor or similar operational role. Background in fire doors, joinery, passive fire protection or a related discipline. Previous experience in a Project Management role SMSTS qualification. Strong understanding of passive fire compliance and installation standards. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. Full UK driving licence. Desirable FIRAS, BM TRADA or equivalent industry knowledge. Experience working within healthcare, residential or hospitality environments. Knowledge of quality assurance processes and compliance documentation. What We Offer Up to 55,000 salary. Company van. Pension scheme. Annual leave entitlement. Permanent position Genuine career progression opportunities. Training and development programme. Diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. Opportunity to develop into a more senior operational role. This Fire Door Project Manager role would suit someone who enjoys balancing technical compliance with practical delivery and wants to become a key part of a growing fire specialist protection business. If you're interesed in the position please give Grace a call on (phone number removed)

Project Manager (Passive Fire) (Hybrid / Bermondsey Office) CR3 are currently working with a leading UK specialist in fire safety and passive fire protection, delivering complex projects across commercial, residential, retail, hospitality, education, heritage and critical infrastructure environments. The business specialises in fire doors, fire stopping and compartmentation, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work within live, occupied and sensitive environments. Their projects include major public institutions, commercial buildings and other high-profile sites across London and the South East. They are now looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of multiple passive fire protection projects, with a particular focus on fire doors, fire stopping and compartmentation. The Role Managing the delivery of multiple passive fire protection projects from mobilisation through to completion. Taking ownership of project programmes, site coordination, resource planning and day-to-day delivery. Managing Project Managers, Supervisors, operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standard. Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and internal teams. Monitoring quality, inspections, reporting and handover documentation, including photographic evidence and digital compliance records. Managing project risks, resolving delivery issues and maintaining strong commercial awareness throughout each project. Ensuring works are completed in line with Approved Document B, BS 8214, relevant BS/EN standards, manufacturer guidance and third-party accreditation requirements. Working across multiple live sites throughout London and the South East. About You Proven experience as a Project Manager, Contracts Manager or similar within passive fire protection. Strong technical knowledge of fire doors, including installation, inspection and remedial works. Good understanding of fire stopping systems and compartmentation. Experience delivering projects within occupied, complex or sensitive environments. Confident managing direct labour and subcontractors across multiple sites. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage project risks, programmes and costs. Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS, PRINCE2 or relevant fire door/passive fire certifications would be advantageous. Experience working to third-party accredited standards would also be highly desirable. The Package 65,000 - 70,000 basic salary Performance-related bonus Vehicle allowance or company car Company phone and laptop Private medical insurance Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Cycle to work scheme Company events This is a strong opportunity for an experienced passive fire professional to join a growing specialist business, working on technically demanding projects while having the opportunity to progress as the organisation continues to expand.

A growing specialist contractor is looking to appoint an FRA Project Manager to support the delivery of Fire Risk Assessment remedial works and passive fire protection projects across social housing and occupied residential properties. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in construction, property maintenance, social housing or passive fire protection who is looking to develop their project management career within a specialist and increasingly important area of the construction sector. You will be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from mobilisation and surveys through to programming, remedial works, quality assurance and final completion. The Role You will be responsible for helping coordinate multiple FRA remedial and passive fire protection projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required standards. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the delivery of multiple FRA remedial and passive fire protection projects. Assisting with project mobilisation, surveys, programming, installation, inspection and close-out. Coordinating operatives, surveyors, subcontractors, materials and site attendance. Monitoring progress and proactively identifying delays, access issues and project risks. Attending sites to monitor progress, quality and compliance. Maintaining project programmes, trackers and action logs. Taking increasing responsibility for individual projects and workstreams as experience develops. Liaising with clients, consultants, residents, operatives and subcontractors. Coordinating resident appointments and access for surveys and remedial works. Managing access issues, refusals and resident concerns professionally. Assisting with quotations, costings, variations and subcontractor pricing. Supporting valuations and invoicing through accurate records of completed works. Maintaining project documentation, QA records, snagging information and handover packs. Updating client portals and internal project management systems. Tracking works from initial instruction through to completion and certification. Passive Fire / FRA The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to develop strong technical knowledge within passive fire protection, including: Fire stopping and compartmentation. Fire doors and associated components. FRA actions, surveys and remedial recommendations. Penetrations involving pipework and cables. Fire-rated sealants, compounds, collars and boards. Fire door gaps, seals, hinges, closers, glazing and ironmongery. Approved specifications and manufacturer requirements. Identifying and escalating potentially non-compliant installations. Maintaining photographic evidence and audit trails throughout the works. Ideally, you will have: Previous experience within construction, property maintenance, social housing or a related project environment. Some experience or knowledge of passive fire protection, fire stopping, fire doors or FRA remedial works. Strong organisational and coordination skills. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to deal with clients, residents, subcontractors and site teams. Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. The ability to maintain accurate project records and documentation. A willingness to attend sites and develop your technical and project management expertise. A full UK driving licence. Why Consider the Role? This is a particularly good opportunity for someone who already has construction or property experience and wants to move further into project management and passive fire compliance. You will work alongside experienced Project and Contracts Managers, gaining exposure to commercial management, client management, programming, compliance and the technical aspects of passive fire protection, with the opportunity to take ownership of projects as your experience develops. If you have experience in construction, social housing, property maintenance or passive fire and are looking for your next career move, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a growing specialist contractor. Feel free to apply or call for a confidential discussion

Job Title: Contract Manager Location: North London / Home Counties Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Sector: Passive Fire Protection / Construction A leading national Passive Fire Protection contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contract Manager to join their growing team, overseeing a portfolio of passive fire protection projects across London and surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contract Manager with a strong technical and commercial understanding of passive fire protection, including structural steel protection, intumescent coatings and fire doors. You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, commercially and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple passive fire protection contracts from commencement through to completion. Take overall responsibility for project delivery, programme, commercial performance and client relationships. Manage site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Oversee works including fire stopping, structural steel protection, intumescent paint/coatings and fire door installations. Liaise with Tier 1 contractors, main contractors, clients and other stakeholders. Monitor project programmes, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are achieved. Manage variations, valuations, applications for payment and commercial performance. Review project costs and identify opportunities to maximise profitability. Ensure all works comply with relevant specifications, manufacturers' requirements and industry standards. Maintain strong standards of quality, health & safety and compliance across projects. Attend site and client meetings as required. Manage project documentation, reporting and handover processes. Identify and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively. Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and key stakeholders. Skills & Experience Essential: Previous experience as a Contract Manager / Senior Contract Manager within passive fire protection. Strong knowledge of fire stopping and passive fire protection systems. Proven experience with structural steel protection. Strong understanding of intumescent paint/coatings. Experience with fire door installations and compliance. Experience managing multiple projects and site teams. Strong commercial and contractual awareness. Experience dealing with Tier 1 contractors and/or major construction clients. Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: SMSTS. Relevant passive fire protection qualifications. NEBOSH or IOSH. Experience working on large-scale commercial, residential or public-sector projects. Experience managing projects with significant fire stopping, steel protection and fire door packages.

Title: Branch Manager Fire Protection Location: Bristol or Newport (covering South Wales & South West) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + £7,000 Car Allowance (£8,500 EV) + Private Healthcare + Up to 25% Bonus Sector: Property Services / Fire Protection / Refurbishment Start Date: ASAP Branch Manager The Company Our client is one of the UK s leading property services contractors, delivering long-term refurbishment, compliance and fire protection works for many of the country s best-known social housing providers. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Branch Manager to lead their established Fire Protection business across South Wales and the South West. Already generating approximately £3.5 million turnover, the business has an excellent reputation, a secure pipeline of framework work and ambitious plans for expansion into wider commercial and public sector markets. This is a genuine opportunity to join a stable, financially strong business where you can make a real impact while progressing into a larger regional leadership position over time. Branch Manager The Role This is a senior leadership position with full operational and commercial responsibility for the regional Fire Protection business. You ll lead an established team of operational staff and commercial professionals, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably and to the highest quality standards, whilst helping drive the next phase of strategic growth. Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, you ll play a key role in developing the existing South Wales and South West operation before helping establish and grow a wider Southern region. Areas covered include South Wales, Cardiff, Swansea, the Valleys, Bristol, Gloucestershire, North Somerset and surrounding areas. Key responsibilities include: Full P&L responsibility for the regional business Managing CVRs and ensuring strong commercial performance Leading operational delivery across multiple contracts Managing and developing commercial and operational teams Maintaining strong client relationships with key framework customers Driving business growth across existing and new sectors Ensuring compliance, quality and health & safety standards are maintained Supporting business planning, forecasting and budgeting Working closely with senior leadership on future regional expansion Identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency Branch Manager The Person The successful candidate will be an experienced senior manager with strong commercial awareness and a proven background leading profitable operations within property services. You ll be comfortable managing both people and financial performance and enjoy developing teams while building long-term client relationships. You ll ideally have: Previous experience as a Branch Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, Regional Manager or similar senior leadership role Strong experience managing P&Ls and full commercial performance Experience managing CVRs and financial reporting Background within property services, refurbishment, maintenance, compliance, fire protection or related sectors Excellent leadership and people management skills Strong client relationship and business development ability Good understanding of compliance-led environments Knowledge of the Building Safety Act, fire compliance or control notices would be highly advantageous Experience within passive fire protection, cladding remediation or fire safety projects would be beneficial but is not essential Full UK driving licence Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates within property maintenance, refurbishment, planned works, social housing, fire protection, cladding remediation or other Building Safety Act-related sectors. Candidates from heavy civils, utilities or infrastructure backgrounds are unlikely to be suitable. What s on Offer? £60,000 - £70,000 basic salary £7,000 car allowance or approximately £8,500 via EV scheme Bonus scheme of up to 25% Private healthcare Excellent benefits package Long-term secured workload Significant autonomy within a growing business Genuine opportunity to progress into a Regional leadership role Stable employer with an outstanding reputation and ambitious growth plans This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious operational leader looking to take ownership of an established business, influence its future direction and build a long-term career with one of the UK s leading property services contractors.

Fire Safety Contract Manager Location: Farringdon, London (hybrid working available) Salary: £68,000 - £71,000, dependent on experience. Contract: Permanent, Full Time Braxfield Recruitment is delighted to be working exclusively with a leading housing association to recruit a Fire Safety Contract Manager to join their Assets & Sustainability directorate. This is a pivotal role for someone with strong technical expertise in passive fire safety, contract management and people leadership, who wants to make a genuine difference to residents' safety and quality of life. The Role As Fire Safety Contract Manager, you'll take a lead role in delivering a rolling programme of Passive Fire Safety Works across residential and commercial buildings. Working closely with contractors, colleagues and stakeholders, you'll ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly, on budget and to a consistently high standard while supporting and developing a small team along the way. This is a varied, hands-on role that blends programme delivery, contract and budget management, quality assurance and resident engagement. Key Responsibilities Support the effective delivery of a rolling programme of Passive Fire Safety Works across residential and commercial stock Support the negotiation, appointment and management of fire safety contracts, ensuring value for money Manage, motivate and develop a small team, leading by example Lead contract management of Passive Fire Safety Works projects, reporting on progress, risks and performance Act as lead officer for relevant contracts, meeting contractors regularly to review performance Oversee building surveys, interpret Fire Risk Assessment findings, and translate these into specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation Ensure robust health & safety arrangements are in place across all works, including risk assessments, method statements and spot checks Implement quality assurance regimes, ensuring works are certified and accredited appropriately Maintain accurate compliance records and keep systems updated promptly Manage customer contacts and complaints through to resolution Support responses to enforcement bodies, including Fire & Rescue Services Maintain clear communication with residents throughout the lifecycle of works About You Proven experience managing complex passive fire safety programmes and budgets within residential and/or commercial buildings (e.g. fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation) Background in building surveying, construction or asset management Strong working knowledge of fire and building safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and Building Safety Act 2022 Experience preparing specifications, schedules of work and tender/pricing documentation from Fire Risk Assessment findings Experience managing specialist contractors and consultants Strong contract management, procurement and budget management skills Confident people manager with experience developing a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills Degree level qualification, or equivalent professional experience Desirable Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, CIH) H&S qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH Management qualification This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that puts residents at the heart of everything it does, offering genuine scope to influence and improve fire safety outcomes at scale. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Braxfield Recruitment for a confidential conversation about the role. Braxfield Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy.

Job Title: Estimator (Passive Fire) Location: Essex Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. Responsibilities: Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing. Knowledge of Passive Fire projects either acting as main contractor or included in a wider bid You will have strong experience in pricing NEC/JCT contracts. Understanding of various forms of Procurement Process - including framework bids. Knowledge of system estimating software Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender Preliminaries Ability to resource the tender through the in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity Benefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + Paid Christmas Shutdown 5% employer pension contribution Healthcare Training and development opportunities Flexible, family friendly working environment Team/company events and competitions

Job Title: Estimator (Passive Fire) Location: Kent Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. Responsibilities: Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing. Knowledge of Passive Fire projects either acting as main contractor or included in a wider bid You will have strong experience in pricing NEC/JCT contracts. Understanding of various forms of Procurement Process - including framework bids. Knowledge of system estimating software Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender Preliminaries Ability to resource the tender through the in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity

Passive Fire Contract Manager -Main Contractor Passive Fire Safety Projects £55-000 - £65,000 + Package My client are an national construction contractor who are currently recruiting for an Contract Manager to head up several contracts. They will be delivering circa £5 million PA and will consist of fire protection projects such as fire door installation and fire stopping works The Role; Within this role, you will work along side a commercial manager ensuring P&L, budgets and deadlines are met. You would be responsible for ensuring the level of service and quality is to the highest standard as well as cost control, creating CPP & programming of works and budgeting. Implement strong H&S Your direct team will include management, supervisors, operatives & office staff. You will report directly in to the divisional director who will support you in making the contracts a success. The Candidate; The ideal candidate will have extensive building knowledge and experience managing passive fire protection contracts. Experience managing multiple site teams, strategically planning projects and an ability to problem solve in complex situations. A good knowledge of up to date legislations and strong organisational skills is also desired. Having an ability to create a strong working environment, where everyone is working as a team to achieve targets and goals on the contract, as well as being able to build strong relationships with the client and your team members. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and reputable business. My client are offering an excellent salary & package and benefits. If this role is of interest please apply or contact Josh Fenn Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer INDJF

Job Title: Site Manager (Joinery Bias) Job Type: Temporary Location: Headingley in Leeds Duration: 5-6 Weeks Rate of Pay: £260.00 - £300.00 per day (CIS/Umbrella) Are you an experienced Site Manager with a joinery background looking for your next contract? ARC are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee refurbishment works on a student accommodation project in Lincoln. This is an immediate start on a fast-paced programme involving fire door installations and passive fire protection works, and door remedial work For this position, you must have the following: SMSTS First Aid at Work CSCS Card Previous experience managing joinery fit-out or refurbishment projects Experience overseeing fire door installations and compartmentation/passive fire protection works Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to manage subcontractors and maintain programme deadlines Excellent Health & Safety knowledge The Role: Immediate start 5-6 week contract Managing day-to-day site operations Coordinating joinery subcontractors and specialist fire protection teams Ensuring all works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards Carrying out site inspections, inductions and toolbox talks Maintaining site records and liaising with the Contracts Manager and client representatives BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC Working with one of East Anglia's leading Recruitment agencies, with 16 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region's leading companies. In a recent survey, 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier. Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday). Weekly pay with a 1-hour pay resolution guarantee. Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service). On-going assignments. Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family. Access to Free online training. If you are interested in this role or would like more information, please contact Jayne on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV today.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a well-established and growing contractor specialising in passive fire protection and compliance works. This is a key leadership role based in Medway , offering the chance to take ownership of commercial performance across a portfolio of projects while working alongside a highly experienced operational team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional looking to make a real impact within a business that has ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fire safety solutions. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the commercial function across multiple fire protection projects, ensuring contracts are delivered profitably while maintaining strong client relationships and commercial governance. Your responsibilities will include: Leading the commercial management of passive fire protection and compliance projects. Managing applications for payment, valuations, variations and final accounts. Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts and commercial updates. Identifying commercial risks and implementing mitigation strategies. Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and contract administration. Working closely with operational teams to maximise project profitability. Supporting and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders. Ensuring all contractual obligations are met and projects remain commercially compliant. About You The successful candidate will have: Previous experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a commercial leadership role. Experience within passive fire protection, fire compliance, construction, social housing, or specialist contracting. Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract. Excellent commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and leadership abilities. A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Job Title: Project Manager - Fire Doors Location: Stockport Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 The Client Our client provide BM TRADA Q-Mark certified fire door installation, inspection and maintenance programmes throughout the UK. They serve Commercial Developers, Property Managers and Main Contractors. Due to the continued growth and success of the business they are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their team. Key Responsibilities of the Project Manager - Fire Doors The successful Project Manager will work across multiple live contracts, supporting delivery teams and acting as the key link between Site Supervisors and senior operational management. This position offers a varied workload across hotels, healthcare facilities, commercial premises and other occupied environments. As a Project Manager, you will work both pre and post contract, oversee installation activities, monitor programme delivery, maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety requirements. You will play a vital role in coordinating labour, materials, subcontractors and client communication across several locations. Key Responsibilities - Support the successful delivery of passive fire protection and fire door installation projects. - Coordinate Site Supervisors and installation teams across multiple contracts. - Monitor quality, productivity and programme performance. - Carry out site inspections and ensure works meet required standards. - Procurement support. - Liaise with clients, residents, contractors and stakeholders. - Assist with planning, reporting and project documentation. - Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. - Resolve site issues efficiently and professionally. - Provide technical guidance relating to fire stopping, compartmentation and fire door works. Essential Requirements - Previous experience as a Project Manager within a commercial environment. - good commercial knowledge with the ability to assess potential opportunities. - Previous experience in a Project Management role - Strong understanding of passive fire compliance and installation standards. - Excellent communication and organisational skills. - Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. - Full UK driving licence. Desirable - FIRAS, BM TRADA or equivalent industry knowledge. - Experience working within healthcare, residential or hospitality environments. - Knowledge of quality assurance processes and compliance documentation.

Passive Fire Stopping Manager Location: North West Salary: Competitive + Great future propsects & performance related bonus! The Company Our client is a well-established M&E Contractor with an excellent reputation, delivering high-quality projects since 1971 . Following the resounding success of their Passive Fire Protection division in their head office in the North East, they are now looking to grow this area of the business in the North West and are seeking a motivated Passive Fire Manager to help drive that growth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with passive fire experience who is ready to take the next step in their career while learning from an established and successful team. The Role Working alongside the senior management team, you'll help develop the company's Passive Fire Stopping offering across the North West. Your responsibilities will include: Building and developing relationships with new and existing clients. Identifying opportunities for passive fire works within existing and new projects. Supporting quotations, tenders and project delivery. Managing passive fire projects through to completion. Coordinating labour and subcontractors where required. Carrying out client meetings and site visits. Ensuring projects are delivered in line with current fire safety standards and company procedures. Working closely with the established North East team, following proven systems and processes. About You We're looking for someone with experience in passive fire protection who is ambitious, commercially aware and keen to develop. You could currently be working as a: Passive Fire Supervisor Passive Fire Contracts Supervisor Passive Fire Project Coordinator Passive Fire Project Manager Passive Fire Contracts Manager Senior Passive Fire Installer looking to move into management You'll ideally have: Experience within the passive fire protection industry. Good technical knowledge of fire stopping systems. Strong communication and client-facing skills. An eye for identifying business opportunities and developing client relationships. A willingness to learn and work within an established, successful way of operating. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer? The opportunity to help grow an exciting area of an established business. Support and mentoring from an experienced Passive Fire team. Long-term career progression. Competitive salary and benefits. If you're looking to take the next step in your passive fire career with a respected and growing M&E contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

Our client is a leading specialist in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping solutions across the commercial, residential, healthcare, education, industrial and public sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Fire Stopping Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished estimator who has extensive knowledge of passive fire protection systems and is looking to join a forward-thinking company where quality, compliance and customer satisfaction are at the forefront of everything they do. The Role Reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for producing accurate and commercially competitive tenders for a wide range of fire stopping projects throughout the UK. You will play a pivotal role in the tendering process, reviewing project documentation, carrying out detailed take-offs, obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations, identifying commercial risks and ensuring all estimates comply with current fire safety legislation and industry standards. The successful candidate will be confident working independently while collaborating closely with surveyors, project managers, contracts managers and clients to deliver accurate costings and successful project handovers. Key Responsibilities Produce detailed and accurate estimates for passive fire protection and fire stopping packages. Review tender enquiries, architectural drawings, specifications, schedules and scope documents. Carry out comprehensive quantity take-offs and material calculations. Prepare competitive tenders within strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Source and negotiate pricing with suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Evaluate project risks, exclusions and opportunities for value engineering. Attend pre-tender meetings, site visits and client meetings where required. Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers. Support business development by assisting with negotiated tenders and repeat business opportunities. Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current fire safety regulations, industry guidance and product developments. Work closely with the operational team to ensure seamless transition from tender award through to project delivery. Candidate Requirements To be considered for this position you must possess: A minimum of 8 years' proven experience estimating within the passive fire protection/fire stopping industry. Demonstrable experience pricing a wide range of fire stopping works including penetration sealing, compartmentation, linear gap seals, fire batt systems, mastic, wraps, collars and associated passive fire protection products. Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, Approved Document B and relevant British Standards relating to passive fire protection. Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications and technical documentation. Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities during the tender process. Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. Outstanding communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Full UK Driving Licence (preferred). Desirable Experience FIRAS, BM TRADA or other third-party certification knowledge. Experience working with principal contractors, housing associations, local authorities and Tier 1 contractors. Understanding of digital take-off software and estimating platforms. Experience pricing projects ranging from small remedial works through to large multi-million-pound contracts. What's on Offer Our client recognises that experienced estimators are integral to the success of the business and offers an excellent package for the right individual, including: Competitive salary based on experience. Company pension scheme. Performance-related bonus opportunities. Career progression within a growing and respected business. Ongoing professional development and training. Supportive management team and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the UK. Apply If you have the experience, technical knowledge and commercial awareness to excel as a Fire Stopping Estimator and are looking to join an established and ambitious passive fire protection specialist, we would welcome your application. Please submit your CV in confidence. All applications will be handled with the strictest discretion. 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Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, our client, a rapidly expanding specialist Passive Fire Protection contractor, is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their operational team. Our client is a specialist passive fire protection contractor with a strong reputation for delivering compliant, high-quality fire safety solutions across the UK. Having experienced significant growth over recent years, the business now delivers projects nationwide through regional operations and has successfully completed over 1,000 passive fire protection projects. Working exclusively within the passive fire sector, they provide a comprehensive range of fire safety services to Tier 1 Main Contractors, Housing Associations, NHS Trusts, Universities, Facilities Management providers, Principal Designers and Local Authorities. Their projects span both occupied buildings and new build developments, with quality, compliance and client satisfaction at the forefront of everything they do. The business is committed to delivering the highest standards of workmanship and compliance, with every project supported by comprehensive photographic records, third-party certification, O&M manuals and complete handover documentation, ensuring fully compliant and audit-ready project delivery. The Role As a Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for managing multiple passive fire protection projects from pre-start through to completion. The role offers genuine autonomy, allowing you to manage your own diary while overseeing projects safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest compliance standards. Projects are delivered across a wide range of live environments, including: NHS hospitals and healthcare estates Universities and education facilities High-rise residential remediation programmes Commercial office developments Housing Association fire safety upgrades Industrial and logistics facilities Government and Local Authority buildings Key Responsibilities Manage multiple passive fire protection projects from start to completion. Ensure projects are delivered safely on time and within budget. Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and client relationships. Monitor programme, quality and project performance through regular site visits. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, industry standards and certification requirements. Attend client meetings and provide project updates. The Package 60,000 - 80,000 plus package (negotiable for the right individual) Company vehicle & fuel card Pension contributions Annual leave Discretionary bonus scheme Long-term career progression within a growing specialist contractor Autonomy to manage your own workload and projects If you believe you have the relevant experience required for this position, please apply with the latest version of your CV. All relevant applicants will be contacted in due course.

An established UK passive fire protection contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Contracts Manager following the award of a significant new contract and the launch of a newly created Facilities Management division. This is a senior operational leadership position responsible for leading and developing a Contracts Management team, overseeing the successful delivery and commercial performance of passive fire contracts and supporting the continued growth of the division. The position will be based from the company's southern regional office in Essex, overseeing projects on a nationwide basis. Responsibilities Lead, manage and develop a team of Contracts Managers Take ownership of operational activity and performance across the assigned team Oversee contracts throughout the full lifecycle, from initial enquiry through mobilisation, delivery, invoicing and certification Ensure new contracts are correctly scoped, planned, budgeted and mobilised Oversee programme, resource and commercial performance across multiple contracts Ensure projects have appropriately trained operational teams and quality suppliers/subcontractors Monitor commercial progress against agreed budgets and margin expectations Ensure site and operational issues are identified and resolved effectively Drive high standards of health & safety, quality and passive fire compliance Maintain and develop key client relationships Hold regular team meetings and one-to-ones, supporting individual performance and development Develop the capability and capacity of the Contracts Management team Support the strategic growth and development of the division Deliver wider company strategic objectives The requirements of the Senior Contracts Manager places particular emphasis on ownership across the assigned team, managing Contracts Managers, key account management, team development and divisional growth. Candidate requirements Strong background within the passive fire protection sector Experience across fire stopping/compartmentation and/or fire doors Proven experience managing Contracts Managers or a comparable project/operational management team Experience overseeing multiple passive fire contracts simultaneously Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project budgets and profitability Experience overseeing projects throughout the contract lifecycle Strong leadership and people-development capabilities Confident key client and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate strategically while maintaining oversight of operational delivery Strong understanding of health & safety, quality and compliance Ability to support the growth and development of an operational division Full UK driving licence Importantly, our client specifically asks for experience managing a team of Contracts Managers, alongside strategic thinking, commercial awareness and an ability to develop people. Package Salary: 75,000 to 85,000 depending on experience Car allowance: 6,000 This is an excellent opportunity for an established passive fire Contracts Manager or senior operational professional who has progressed into multi-contract and team leadership and is looking to play a key role within a growing division. Apply today with your CV for further information.

An established UK passive fire protection contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager following the award of a significant new contract and continued investment into a newly created Facilities Management division. The successful candidate will take ownership of the operational and commercial delivery of passive fire protection contracts, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality and compliance standards. The position will be based from the company's southern regional office in Essex with responsibility for projects providing nationwide coverage. Responsibilities Take ownership of passive fire protection contracts from mobilisation through to completion Plan, programme and coordinate works to ensure successful project delivery Manage Site Supervisors, direct labour and subcontractors Monitor project budgets, programmes, productivity and commercial performance Identify project risks, variations and potential delivery issues Ensure appropriate labour and subcontractor resources are in place Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and compliance Ensure project documentation, evidence and site records are accurately maintained Build and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout project delivery Monitor team performance and support the development of operational staff Work closely with commercial, operational and administrative teams Support customer enquiries and ensure projects are delivered profitably These responsibilities reflect the employer's emphasis on ownership of individual projects, planning, scheduling, commercial performance, SHEQ/compliance and people management. Candidate requirements Previous experience within the passive fire protection sector Experience across fire stopping/compartmentation and/or fire doors Proven experience managing the delivery of contracts or projects Strong planning, programming and organisational skills Experience managing site teams, direct labour and/or subcontractors Good commercial awareness with an understanding of budgets, variations and profitable project delivery Confident client-facing communication skills Strong understanding of health & safety, quality and compliance within passive fire Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve project issues effectively Full UK driving licence Our client specifically requires passive fire experience alongside experience of planning works, client liaison, maintaining productivity, H&S and quality standards, and profitable project delivery. Package Salary: 60,000 to 65,000 depending on experience Car allowance: 6,000 This is an excellent opportunity to join an established passive fire contractor at an exciting stage of growth, supporting the mobilisation and delivery of a significant new contract. Apply today with your CV for further information.