Contracts Project Manager

Overview

Project Manager — Fully remote

Due to the nature of projects, candidates will ideally hold a BPSS, CTC or DV Clearance, (this is advantageous but essential). Candidates need to hold a full UK driving licence (no visa sponsorship available).

• Basic salary £60,000
• Car allowance
• Fuel card
• Company credit card for expenses
• 32 days holidays
• Pension scheme
• Frequent travel (including occasional overseas), some overnight stays

• Take ownership of fire‑protection installation projects from planning through to system commissioning and project closure.
• Project manage the successful delivery and manage multiple installation projects end‑to‑end, ensuring delivery on time, from initial conception through to project closure, within budget, on time and to strict quality and safety standards.
• Plan, document, conduct face to face client liaison, manage risk, allocate resources, and lead site teams.
• Effectively manage direct and indirect reports including sub‑contractors assigned to each project; provide coaching and mentoring; manage risk and deliver safety‑critical projects with high standards.
• Maintain excellent planning and time management to ensure all projects are completed within set time frames; manage the financials of the project including budget management and clear communication with stakeholders about progress.
• Ensure that labour, equipment, and materials are available throughout a project and are ordered and delivered to site in the correct quantities with appropriate lead‑in times.
• Monitor and report project status, risks, issues, costs, and resources to stakeholders; maintain accurate documentation at all stages.
• Supervise and ensure competency of the installation team and subcontractors; maintain records on training and safety briefings; enforce uniform policy and PPE adherence.
• Manage project budgets, monitor costs, and re‑forecast as needed; ensure health, safety, welfare and environmental compliance; conduct site audits and submit reports to QHSE Compliance.
• Perform other duties as required to meet company objectives.

• Proven project management experience working in construction or installation environments.
• Risk management experience.
• Strong planning, budgeting, and resource management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confident decision‑maker with a focus on safety and quality.
• Hold a CSCS Manager Card; CDM, SMSTS or MAPM advantageous, but not essential.
• Fire suppression/water mist systems/sprinkler systems or mechanical systems desirable, but not essential.