Fire Protection Construction Manager

Construction Manager - Fire Protection Location: London Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 + Package The Opportunity We are working with a leading engineering and construction contractor looking to appoint an experienced Construction Manager with a background in Fire Protection or Mechanical Services to support the delivery of major projects across the UK and Europe.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established engineering business, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of projects across commercial performance, programme, quality and health and safety. You will work closely with senior management, site teams and subcontractors, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely and in line with client expectations.

The successful candidate will initially undertake onboarding and training before supporting projects across the UK and wider Europe. Key Responsibilities Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of assigned projects.

Manage site teams, supervisors, subcontractors and day-to-day construction activities. Ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets, programmes, quality standards and health and safety requirements. Monitor project costs, budgets and profit margins, providing regular performance reports to senior management.

Ensure projects are correctly mobilised, resourced and planned before work commences. Maintain strong relationships with clients through regular site visits, progress meetings and updates. Monitor installation quality and promote a right-first-time approach across all site activities.

Ensure health and safety procedures are followed, including site inspections, toolbox talks and equipment checks. Oversee project documentation, site records, progress reports and variation information. Identify and resolve project issues, escalating risks where necessary.

Drive improvements in construction processes, project delivery and operational efficiency. Maintain a positive and productive working environment across site teams and subcontractors. Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience within construction or engineering.

Background in Fire Protection, Sprinkler Systems or Mechanical Services. Previous experience in a Construction Manager or similar project delivery position. Strong understanding of construction project management, including commercial, financial and operational responsibilities.

Experience managing site teams, subcontractors and suppliers. Understanding of project budgets, procurement, programme management and quality processes. Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline (Level 8 or equivalent).

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK and Europe. What's o...

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