Contracts Manager - Passive Fire Protection

An established and growing Manchester-based contractor is looking to appoint a Contracts Manager to support and help drive the continued expansion of their nationwide fire division. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a business that is already delivering consistent revenue in fire safety works, but is now actively investing in scaling this part of the operation — offering real scope to influence growth, processes, and long-term direction. You’ll be responsible for managing passive fire protection projects across a range of sectors, working closely with senior leadership to strengthen delivery and support business growth across the UK. Projects include fire door installation and remediation, fire stopping, and wider compliance-led works across commercial and public sector environments. Key responsibilities include * Managing multiple passive fire protection projects across the UK * Overseeing site teams including fire door installers and fire stoppers * Ensuring works are delivered in line with compliance standards (e.g. BM TRADA) * Client liaison across key frameworks and national contracts * Managing programme, quality, and commercial performance of projects * Supporting operational growth within the fire division and generating new business development opportunities What we’re looking for * Experience in passive fire protection (fire doors and/or fire stopping) * Background in a Project Manager or Contracts Manager role * Strong understanding of compliance and third-party accreditation standards * Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders * Ideally, existing industry network (clients, subcontractors, or operatives) The opportunity * Join a business with strong existing client relationships across major frameworks * Be part of a growing fire division with clear investment and ambition * Work across a diverse portfolio including education, commercial, healthcare, and specialist environments * Opportunity to shape processes and contribute to long-term growth This isn’t just another delivery role — it’s an opportunity to step into a business where the fire division is already performing, but still has significant headroom for growth. You’ll be working closely with leadership, giving you visibility, influence, and the chance to play a key part in how this function evolves. If this sounds of interest, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion