Site Manager

About the Client

• Our Client is a well-established specialist within the passive fire protection sector, recognised for delivering compliant, high-quality fire safety solutions.
• They provide end-to-end services including survey, design, installation, and ongoing maintenance across a broad range of projects.
• Due to continued growth and recent contract awards, they are seeking an experienced Site Manager to support their expanding portfolio of works.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Manage multiple passive fire protection projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across fire safety and remedial works projects.
• Oversee direct labour teams, agency staff, and subcontractors, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Manage the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, quality inspections, and health & safety audits.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and photographic evidence using digital reporting systems.
• Liaise with clients, residents, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery, particularly within occupied environments.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant fire safety regulations, industry standards, and company procedures.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability while maintaining strong commercial awareness.
• Produce and manage project programmes, documentation, and progress reports.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Property Quality Plans (PQPs).
• Ensure all installations are fully traceable and recorded within digital compliance systems, supporting Golden Thread requirements.
• Work closely with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme delivery.
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all project teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within passive fire protection, construction, fire & security, or related sectors.
• Relevant trade qualifications and/or passive fire protection certifications.
• Strong understanding of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems.
• Experience managing projects valued between 2 million and 4 million.
• Good knowledge of fire regulations, Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) requirements, and passive fire protection standards.
• Experience managing direct labour, agency workers, and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and contractual obligations.
• Carpentry background with fire door installation or remedial works experience would be advantageous.
• Proficient in digital reporting systems, IT platforms, and mobile site applications.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
• Previous experience within the social housing sector would be desirable.

Benefits

• Company vehicle.
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement based on length of service (up to three extra days).
• Pension scheme.
• Company social and team events.
• Opportunity to join a growing and respected organisation delivering critical fire safety projects.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence.