Project Manager (Replacement for Dave Edwards)

At Alpha Fire Alarms, we re on the lookout for a talented Passive Fire Project Manager to lead our growing portfolio of projects across Essex and beyond. Based from Basildon, this is your opportunity to take ownership, drive delivery, and make a real impact in a business where your expertise is genuinely valued.

Our strength lies in our people, their skill, dedication, and commitment to doing things the right way. As a Project Manager, your leadership will ensure projects run smoothly, safely, and to the highest standards, giving clients the confidence to trust us time and again.

We know that people are the key to our reputation and growth, and we reward the value you bring. Here, you won t just be another cog in the wheel, you ll be a leader shaping how we deliver excellence.

What you receive for joining us:

We offer a competitive salary of £50,000 £65,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with a car allowance, laptop and phone, pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with your birthday off, and a structured career progression plan that moves forward as you do.

Here s a look at some of the things you ll be doing:

• Taking full ownership of passive fire protection projects from initiation through to completion
• Leading and coordinating teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver results on time and within budget
• Ensuring every project complies with fire safety regulations and is delivered to industry-leading standards
• Managing budgets, resources, and documentation to keep projects efficient, safe, and on track

Can you show experience in some of these areas?

• Good experience managing passive fire protection projects, overseeing multiple sites simultaneously, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring all work is completed to specification, on time, and within budget
• Strong knowledge of passive fire protection systems, including fire stopping, fire doors, cavity barriers, intumescent coatings, and other critical fire-resistance measures, with the ability to anticipate challenges and provide effective solutions
• You ll be well versed in UK fire safety legislation, building regulations, and British Standards, and the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and compliance requirements to maintain quality and safety standards across all projects
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of building trusted relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams, resolving on-site challenges proactively, and motivating teams to deliver consistent high-quality results

Introducing our organisation:

Alpha Fire Alarms is a trusted provider of fire protection systems across the commercial and industrial sectors. We take pride in delivering quality and safety while supporting our people with the tools, training, and opportunities to thrive. Join us and play a leading role in a business where your decisions make a difference every day.