Site Manager - Passive FIre Protection

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and day-to-day management of all passive fire protection and fire door projects. You will ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent client relationships.

This is a key leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge of passive fire protection systems, fire door installation and remediation, and site management best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all passive fire protection and fire door projects from inception to completion.
Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials, and resources across multiple sites.
Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme deadlines and client requirements.
Conduct site inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards.
Ensure all fire stopping, compartmentation, fire door installation, and remedial works meet current regulations and certification requirements.
Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and project documentation.
Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, and health & safety inspections.
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
Monitor project costs and assist with budget control.
Identify and resolve site issues efficiently to minimise delays.
Support the Contracts Manager and senior leadership team with project planning and reporting.

Essential Requirements

Proven experience as a Site Manager within passive fire protection and/or fire door projects.
Strong understanding of fire stopping, compartmentation, fire doors, and relevant fire safety regulations.
Excellent knowledge of construction site operations and project delivery.
SMSTS qualification.
CSCS Card.
First Aid at Work qualification.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

FIRAS, BM TRADA, or equivalent passive fire protection experience.
Experience working within occupied buildings, housing, healthcare, education, or public sector environments.
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and current fire safety legislation.
NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Site Management.
Experience using digital reporting and project management systems
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed