Sprinkler Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sprinkler Project Manager to lead fire protection projects for a well‑known company in the fire industry. You will coordinate all phases of the project, ensuring timely delivery, budget control and client satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Lead project initiation and handover meetings with sales, design, QS, production and maintenance teams.
• Produce and maintain the project programme and central file records.
• Communicate with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Attend Cost To Complete (CTC) meetings and manage material and labour costs.
• Prepare and submit end‑of‑project documentation such as O&M manuals, as‑fitted drawings and certifications.
• Brief, qualify and support installers; raise Purchase Order Requests with Tier 1 suppliers.
• Manage on‑site resources, resolve issues and keep the programme on track.
• Participate in internal and third‑party audits, record and resolve supplier non‑conformities.
• Conduct scheduled on‑site inspections, toolbox talks and complete health & safety paperwork (RAMs, attendance sheets).

Required profile

• Working knowledge of BS EN 12845 and LPS1048 fire‑sprinkler schemes.
• Proficiency with engineering drawings.
• LPCB Testing & Commissioning Module 2 and Site Inspection Module 1 competence.
• Familiarity with PRINCE2 project‑management methodology.
• Experience managing large‑budget construction projects and on‑site labour.
• Valid SMSTS and CSCS cards.
• Understanding of CDM management principles.
• Extensive experience producing RAMs, quality plans, project plans, cost sheets and trackers.
• Strong commercial acumen to identify cost savings.

Required skills

• BS EN 12845
• LPS1048
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• LPCB Testing & Commissioning Module 2
• LPCB Site Inspection Module 1
• PRINCE2
• SMSTS certification
• CSCS card
• CDM Management Principles
• Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMs)
• Quality Plans
• Project Planning
• Cost Sheet (CTC) management
• Microsoft Office suite

What we offer

• Competitive salary £55,000‑£60,000 per year.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and the option to purchase 5 additional days.
• Contributory pension scheme and £5k life assurance.
• Car allowance and private medical scheme.
• 36.5‑hour work week (Mon‑Thu 8:45‑16:40, Fri 8:45‑16:00).