Fire & Security Project Manager
- Discuss this with your agent
- Open in Claude
- Open in ChatGPT
Prepare application
- Draft this with your agent
- Open in Claude
- Open in ChatGPT
Role details
Tech stack
Job description
an experienced Fire & Security Project Manager to take ownership of multiple live projects across London and the surrounding areas. This is a hands-on, commercially focused position where you will drive programme management, financial control, client communication, and technical assurance from handover through to final completion., Project Delivery: Manage the full lifecycle of fire and security projects (ideally £50k+ in value), ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget delivery to technical and compliance standards. Multi-Project Management: Run multiple projects concurrently, coordinating engineers, suppliers, and internal teams to meet deadlines and quality expectations. Subcontractor Management: Oversee and manage subcontractors, ensuring work is carried out efficiently, safely, and to specification. P&L Responsibility: Take ownership of project financials, including budget control, cost monitoring, margin protection, and variation management. Procurement: Order parts and materials in advance to keep projects on schedule and avoid delays. Client Liaison: Carry out client meetings, chair kick-off and progress meetings, and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project. Site Visits & Technical Support: Conduct regular site visits, provide technical guidance to engineers, and ensure systems are installed and tested to British Standards and manufacturer requirements. Documentation & Handover: Ensure all project paperwork is accurate, including method statements, risk assessments, commissioning records, and O&M manuals. Finalise project packs and documents at completion. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all site works comply with CDM, RAMS, and relevant H&S legislation.
Requirements
Experience: Minimum 5 years’ experience in the UK fire and security industry, with a proven track record of managing multiple projects from start to finish. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, disabled refuge, PAVA, and network infrastructure. Pure fire experience will be considered. Commercial Acumen: Experience managing P&L, project budgets, and subcontractors. Communication: Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build strong relationships and manage expectations. Organisation: Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively across multiple live projects. Qualifications: SMSTS or equivalent health and safety qualification is advantageous.
About the company
Technical Resources have partnered with a leading UK fire and security compliance specialist to recruit for
Apply for this position
This job is hosted externally. Click below to view the full posting and apply.
Prepare application
- Draft this with your agent
- Open in Claude
- Open in ChatGPT
Good distractions
Talks and stories from around this role — technically off-topic, practically not.
Moments
Explore playlistsVideos
See allRelated articles
See all
Software Engineer Salary London
IT Salaries in UK
From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?
The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers