Passive Fire Project Manager

My client is widely recognised as the UK’s market leader in passive fire protection, with FIRAS accreditation and over 35 years’ experience in safeguarding everything from iconic commercial landmarks to social housing. Headquartered in London, they operate nationwide across England, Scotland, Wales, and the Channel Islands.

What the Contractor Does

The contractor specialises in passive fire protection, providing expert services including:

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Fire Door Installation & Remediation

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Fire Stopping & Penetration Sealing

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Intumescent Coatings

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Compartmentation Surveys & Installations

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Air Sealing & Acoustic Fireproofing

They work across a range of sectors—Commercial, Social Housing, Education, and Healthcare—serving both public and private clients, including local authorities, housing associations, Tier 1 contractors, and private developers.

The Role

The contractor is seeking a proficient Project Manager to lead a new-build contract consisting of multiple high-rise residential blocks at Canary Wharf. You will oversee the delivery of a comprehensive passive fire protection package—covering firestopping, compartmentation, penetration sealing, cavity barriers, acoustic sealing, and fire door installation.

Responsibilities:

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Lead and manage full project lifecycle—from planning through to final handover.

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Coordinate on-site deliveries of passive fire protection works (firestopping, compartmentation, sealing, coatings, fire doors).

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Maintain strict compliance with fire safety regulations and FIRAS standards.

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Align project delivery with the contractor’s high-quality expectations.

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Client laision.

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Monitor budgets, timelines, and resources; escalate issues and mitigate risks proactively.

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Report on project progress, commercial performance, and compliance status as needed.

Your Profile

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Proven experience in managing passive fire protection projects, particularly in high-rise or new-build residential environments.

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Strong technical knowledge of fire door systems, firestopping techniques, compartmentation, intumescent coatings, and acoustic/fire sealing.

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FIRAS qualification or equivalent accreditation highly desirable.

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Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

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Capable project and budget management proficiency.

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Highly collaborative, with stakeholder management strengths across public-sector and commercial domains.

Benefits Package

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Salary: £50,000–£60,000 per annum

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Travel: Fully expensed

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Life Insurance provided

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Bonus Scheme: Two payouts per year (April and December)

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Annual Leave: 34 days inclusive of bank holidays

If you believe you have the relevant experience for this opportunity, please apply with a copy of your CV. All relevant applicants will be conducted in due course