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Contracts Manager

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  • Location: Birmingham
  • Salary: £50000 - £60000 per annum per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 9 hours ago

  • Sector: Engineering
  • Contact: Jonathan Maironis
  • Contact Email: j.maironis@jamrecruitment.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 05 January 2026
  • Job Ref: 24111254_1763983894

I'm looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join am award-winning fire protection business based in Birmingham.

**You MUST have fire doors experience to be considered for this role**

Role Responsibilities:

  • Manage all stages of fire protection contracts, including planning, resourcing, delivery, and close-out.
  • Lead project teams and subcontractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality installations.
  • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and health & safety compliance.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing queries, variations, and project updates.
  • Prepare and oversee programme schedules, RAMS, budgets, and contract documentation.
  • Work closely with procurement and design teams to ensure timely material and equipment supply.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with relevant standards (BS 5839, BS 5306, etc.).
  • Report project performance and financial status to senior management.

Experience Required:

  • Proven experience in contract or project management within fire protection, M&E, construction, or a related technical sector.
  • Strong understanding of fire detection, suppression, or passive fire protection systems (training can be provided for the right candidate).
  • Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations, health & safety requirements, and industry standards.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.
  • Full UK driving licence.

The salary is £50,000 to £60,000 plus an excellent benefits package.