Senior Contracts Manager – Passive Fire Protection – Manchester

City, Manchester
Huntek Ltd

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.