Contracts Manager – Fire Doors

EA Associates are working on behalf of a leading Passive Fire Protection contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager / Senior Contracts Manager to oversee Fire Door projects across London and the South East, operating from their Essex office.

This is a well-established business with a strong reputation for delivering compliant, high-quality fire door installations, remedial programmes and large-scale upgrades within occupied residential blocks, commercial buildings, healthcare and education settings. With a strong order book and continued growth, they are looking for a senior-level hire who can play a key role in the next phase of the company’s development.

There is a genuine opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position for the right candidate.

The Role

You will take full operational responsibility for multiple fire door contracts, from pre-construction through to final handover.

Duties will include:

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Managing multiple Fire Door installation and remedial projects simultaneously

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Overseeing Site Managers, Supervisors, installers and subcontractors

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Programme management and ensuring works are delivered on time

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Budget control and commercial oversight alongside the commercial team

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Client liaison with housing associations, main contractors and end clients

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Ensuring strict compliance with third-party accreditation standards and current fire safety legislation

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Quality assurance, inspections and sign-off

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Supporting audits and maintaining certification requirements

Requirements

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Strong background managing Fire Door projects is essential

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Previous experience within Passive Fire Protection

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Thorough understanding of fire door compliance, installation standards and remedial works

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Working knowledge of accreditation schemes such as BM TRADA, FIRAS or similar

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Strong leadership and team management experience

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Commercially aware with the ability to manage project performance

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Confident client-facing skills

What’s on Offer

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Strong salary & Package – Negotiable D.O.E

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Long-term, secure position with a growing contractor

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Clear route into senior leadership

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager looking to step into a more senior role, or an established Senior Contracts Manager seeking a long-term leadership pathway within a respected Passive Fire Protection specialist.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact EA Associates