Project Manager

Portsmouth, Hampshire
Girling Jones Ltd
Fire & Security Project Manager
Yeovilton Or Portsmouth ( Travel required in-between these sites!)
£42,000 – £45,000 Plus Car Allowance

Overview
As a Fire and Security Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful execution of projects. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of duties, from coordinating with suppliers to ensuring the completion of projects meets our quality standards. You will be an integral part of our team, working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure a seamless and efficient project management process.
Main Duties

• Engage with potential clients, make compelling sales pitches, and maintain a visible presence in the market.
• Actively seek opportunities to promote the company’s services and foster business growth.
• Create and interrogate Fire and Security system designs and drawings to facilitate accurate quotations and planning.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, project sites, contacts, and suppliers to address inquiries, provide updates, and enhance customer relationships.
• Follow up on quotes with clients to secure project contracts and provide exceptional customer service.
• Work closely with the Fire and Security Manager and project management team to ensure project completion aligns with established timelines and budgets.
• Request accurate product specifications and prices from suppliers and distributors to support project quotations.
• Ensure prompt and accurate processing of customer requests through various communication methods and maintain service standards.
• Updating internal Alarm Master System with relevant information from suppliers to provide accurate quotations and designs.
• Prepare contracts for awarded projects and create job files and drawings as required. Maintain Operations and Maintenance Manuals for completed projects.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure the quality of products, manage returns when necessary, and respond promptly to supplier and electrical contractor queries.
• Provide technical support as required within the office environment and assist on site engineers with technical issues.
• Collaborate with Operations, Senior Management, product suppliers, electrical contractors, engineers, and sub-contractors to ensure project success and departmental efficiency.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve departmental efficiency and implement necessary alterations.
• Assist in engaging with new clients to expand our presence in the commercial sector.
• Keep the Fire and Security Manager informed of any instances that may affect our service levels.
• Promote our brand in the market, pursue opportunities, and provide follow-up information as required.
• Oversee all aspects installation projects, including pre-start and handover meetings and progress monitoring.
• Review, action, and file all AM monitoring reports electronically.
• Procure materials for installation projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Complete Operations and Maintenance Manuals for projects, including drawings and product information, along with relevant certification.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by your Line Manager to support the overall business operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Essential

2+ Years experience in similar role
CDM regulations
Knowledge of BAFE regulations

Desirable

• FIA Training
• Prince 2 Foundation or PMP or Equivalent
• CAPM

Personal Qualities and Attributes

• A good project manager must be skilled in assessing and managing risks associated with fire and security projects.
• This involves anticipating potential issues and implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Given the critical nature of fire and security systems, being meticulous is essential.

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