Pre-Construction Manager - Fire Protection
5 hours ago
Belvedere
About the Client Our client is a well-established, privately owned passive fire protection business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, compliant solutions. Specialising in engineered fire door systems and compartmentation, they have been manufacturing fire doors since 1996 and are now recognised as one of the most tested and certified providers in the UK. With a full end-to-end service offering—from survey and design through to installation and maintenance—the business has built its success on attention to detail, compliance, and customer-focused delivery. They operate in a professional and quality-driven environment, offering long-term stability and growth. Roles/Responsibilities Lead pre-construction activities across multiple passive fire protection projects Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and programme planning Review designs, specifications, and fire risk assessments to ensure compliance with regulations Collaborate with clients, design teams, and contractors to optimise solutions and drive value engineering Develop detailed cost plans, budgets, and resource strategies Prepare pre-construction documentation including Method Statements, PQPs, ITPs, and compliance matrices Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals, ensuring quality and compliance of materials Support tender submissions with technical input, cost advice, and programme development Qualifications Proven experience in pre-construction, estimating, or similar roles within fire protection, construction, or fire & security sectors Strong technical knowledge of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems Experience managing budgets and cost plans on projects (£2–5 million) Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify cost efficiencies Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Experience working with clients, consultants, and subcontractors Proficient in project management and digital reporting systems Full UK driving licence Benefits Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing with service) Pension scheme Free on-site parking Company events and team activities Opportunity to work on technically complex, compliance-driven projects Stable, growing business with long-term career prospects