Passive Fire Protection Manager
Our client, a rapidly growing and highly respected specialist contractor, is seeking an experienced Passive Fire Protection Manager to lead their Fire Division and drive it forward into its next phase of growth.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a motivated professional who can combine technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strong team management to deliver excellence across passive fire protection projects.
The Role
As Passive Fire Protection Manager, you will take full responsibility for overseeing and expanding the Fire Division. You will ensure all projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and within budget, while developing a high-performing team and strengthening client relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and managing all passive fire protection operations
Overseeing fire stopping, compartmentation, fire door installations and remedial works
Ensuring compliance with current fire safety regulations and industry standards
Managing project managers, supervisors, and site teams
Driving quality assurance and maintaining third-party accreditations
Supporting commercial performance, cost control, and tender input
Developing new and existing client relationships
Identifying growth opportunities and driving the division's strategic expansion
About You
We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded leader with:
Proven experience in passive fire protection management
Strong knowledge of fire safety legislation and compliance requirements
Experience managing multiple projects and teams
A track record of growing or developing a fire protection division
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Relevant industry qualifications (e.g. FIRAS, BM TRADA, NVQ in Passive Fire Protection, or equivalent)
What's on Offer
A genuine leadership role with autonomy and influence
The opportunity to shape and grow a Fire Division
Competitive salary and package
A supportive senior leadership team
Long-term career progression within an expanding business
If you're ready to take ownership of a Fire Division and play a key role in its future success, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to
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