Senior Contracts Manager - Passive Fire Protection - Manchester

About the Client

• Our Client is a specialist passive fire protection contractor with decades of industry experience delivering high-quality fire safety solutions across commercial and industrial sectors. 
• The company is recognized for its strong commitment to compliance, quality assurance, collaborative working, and professional project delivery. 
• With continued growth and expansion, this opportunity offers genuine long-term career progression into senior operational leadership. 

Roles/Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of large-scale and complex passive fire protection projects. 
• Oversee multiple live contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. 
• Support operational leadership functions and contribute to strategic planning initiatives. 
• Manage and mentor Contracts Managers, Project Managers, and Surveying teams. 
• Maintain and strengthen key client relationships across major accounts. 
• Ensure compliance with FIRAS standards, Golden Thread requirements, and all relevant fire safety regulations. 
• Collaborate closely with commercial and estimating teams on valuations, margins, variations, and tender planning. 
• Monitor project performance, identify operational risks, and implement corrective actions where necessary. 
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour resources, and project programmes effectively. 
• Promote high standards of health, safety, quality assurance, and operational excellence across all projects. 

Qualifications

• Extensive senior-level experience within passive fire protection, including fire stopping, compartmentation, fire barriers, and structural steel fire protection. 
• Proven track record managing multiple contracts, programmes, subcontractors, and operational teams. 
• Previous experience mentoring or leading Contracts Managers and project teams. 
• Strong knowledge of FIRAS accreditation, Golden Thread compliance, and industry best practices. 
• Excellent client-facing, communication, and leadership skills. 
• Ability to operate strategically while maintaining strong operational oversight. 
• SMSTS, NVQ Level 6, IFE Level 3 in Passive Fire Protection, FIRAS Supervisor certification, or similar qualifications are advantageous. 
• Full UK driving licence required. 

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual bonus opportunities. 
• Company vehicle or car allowance provided. 
• Generous holiday allowance with additional holiday buy/sell options. 
• Early finish on Fridays. 
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious business. 
• Supportive and collaborative working environment. 
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the UK.