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Contracts Manager (Passive Fire)

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (County)

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Role Overview
The Contracts Manager / Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing an upcoming large-scale fire door installation and remediation contract within the social housing sector. This role requires a strong leader with a clear emphasis on commercial management, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and in line with contractual obligations. You will take ownership of both operational delivery and commercial performance across several projects, managing teams, subcontractors, and client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Management:
  * Full responsibility for cost control, budgeting, and financial forecasting across multiple contracts
  * Drive and maintain strong profit margins through proactive commercial oversight
  * Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks at all stages of the project lifecycle
  * Oversee valuations, variations, and final accounts in collaboration with commercial teams
  * Ensure projects are delivered in the most cost-efficient and commercially effective manner
Contract & Project Oversight:
  * Manage a large scale fire door contract across social housing stock
  * Ensure all contracts are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
  * Lead and support managers and site teams
  * Monitor programme performance and implement corrective actions where required
Client & Stakeholder Management:
  * Act as the senior point of contact for clients and key stakeholders
  * Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships to support repeat business
  * Provide clear reporting on commercial performance, risks, and delivery progress
Compliance & Quality:
  * Ensure all works meet fire safety regulations and compliance standards
  * Maintain high levels of quality assurance and documentation
  * Promote and enforce a strong health & safety culture
Requirements
  * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager / Project Manager within the passive fire protection sector.
  * Longevity with current / recent employer
  * Strong track record in commercial management and financial control on previous contracts.
  * Experience managing teams, subcontractors, and complex project portfolios
  * Excellent knowledge of cost reporting, forecasting, and contract administration
  * Strong leadership and communication skills
  * Full UK driving licence
Package
  * Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 (dependent on experience)
  * Company vehicle & fuel card
  * Bonus scheme (including an outstanding performance-related bonus structure)
  * Private medical care
  * Expenses
  * Additional company benefits
If this is an opportunity of interest and you believe you have the relevant experience, please apply with the latest copy of your CV. All relevant applicants will be contacted in due course

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