Technical Contract Manager - Fire Safety

Manchester (Hybrid)

£60,000 - £70,000 + Vehicle + Full Benefits Package

The Opportunity

A leading FM and infrastructure business is seeking a Technical Contract Manager with a strong background in fire protection to lead on multiple high-value safety upgrade programmes across public sector contracts. The role will be based from their Didsbury office, with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week.

You'll be the technical go-to for all things fire protection, including fire doors, dampers, compartmentation, fire stopping, and active fire systems - overseeing contractors, ensuring compliance, and guiding internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the business's primary technical authority for passive and active fire protection
• Manage and oversee multiple concurrent fire safety upgrade projects
• Direct and coordinate large teams and subcontractors across a varied property portfolio
• Review and verify the quality and compliance of all fire protection works
• Provide expert technical advice to clients - primarily local authorities and housing bodies
• Interpret and enforce UK fire safety legislation, British Standards, and manufacturers' specifications
• Ensure delivery is aligned with best practice and safety-critical regulations

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in fire safety contract management, ideally within Fire Protection business
• Strong working knowledge of fire doors, compartmentation, dampers, and active fire systems
• In-depth understanding of fire legislation, BS/EN standards, and installation requirements
• Capable of leading multiple projects with high compliance and stakeholder expectations
• Excellent communicator, confident advising internal teams and clients alike

Benefits Package

• Basic salary of £60,000 - £70,000
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 25 days holiday + 8 public holidays
• Private healthcare (single cover)
• Phone, laptop, and full business mileage covered
• Career development and training support
• Pension scheme with company contributions
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme

To apply or find out more, contact:

Nathan Smallwood - Fire Safety & FM Recruitment Specialist

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