Project Manager - Fire Sprinklers

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Argus Fire launched in 1982 and is part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK's class‑leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems. We design, install and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects through to servicing small standalone products. With over 200 employees, we have offices in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London.

Despite our ongoing success, we continue to re‑invest significant amounts into the development of our products, services and platforms.

We work with a talented, motivated and friendly group of colleagues, encouraging development through structured training and coaching. We invest heavily in apprenticeships and ongoing learning and development.

As part of the main contracts team, you will Project‑Manage a selection of fire protection systems projects based in London.

• Site surveys
• Procurement of labour, equipment and fabrication
• Liaison with clients, consultants, suppliers and site managers/supervisors
• In partnership with your Operations Manager and Director, responsible for cost control of contracts/projects
• Keep records of installation progress and monitor against programme of rewards
• Maintain up‑to‑date site records, including diary of all site operatives working on your projects
• Maintain compliance on site with issued and approved method statements and risk assessments
• Assisting with testing and commissioning

• Minimum of 10 years experience as Project Manager of commercial sprinkler installations
• CSCS card
• Strong procurement and cost control skills
• Background in commercial sprinkler contracts, wet riser systems and dry riser systems
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and similar project management software
• Understanding of sprinkler‑related standards BS EN12845, LPC Rules & BS9990

• LPCB Design qualification(s)
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• A can‑do hands‑on attitude
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly approach
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask
  
  Willingness to learn and develop
• Reliability

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Bike to work scheme

In addition, we provide a virtual GP, financial wellbeing support, flexible lifestyle benefits platform (Choices), up to five extra days’ holiday each year, critical illness insurance, and discounts via MiDeals. We also offer a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover of up to four times your salary, enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan. Employees can earn Mitie Stars and win cash prizes up to £10,000.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving banks, critical government sites, hospitals and schools.

Apply now to join our Mitie Team.