Overview
We are seeking a skilled Construction Manager specializing in Fire & Life Safety to oversee a major construction project. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of Fire & Life Safety systems, coordinating with various stakeholders, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality on-site. This role involves close collaboration with subcontractors and project teams to facilitate timely and compliant project execution.
Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of the Fire & Life Safety package throughout the construction phase.
- Coordinate and oversee specialist subcontractors responsible for Fire & Life Safety systems.
- Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, relevant standards, and client requirements.
- Monitor programme, quality, and productivity across all Fire & Life Safety activities.
- Review and approve RAMS, inspection test plans (ITPs), and installation methodologies.
- Coordinate with Construction, MEP, QA/QC and Commissioning teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Attend progress meetings and provide regular updates on package status.
- Identify and resolve technical and construction issues in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Construction Manager on major construction or mission-critical projects.
- Proven experience delivering Fire & Life Safety packages.
- Strong understanding of Fire Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems (FM200, Novec, Inergen or similar).
- Experience with Sprinkler Systems, Smoke Control / Smoke Extraction, VESDA / Early Warning Detection, and Passive Fire Protection / Fire Stopping.
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and stakeholders.
- Good understanding of construction sequencing, QA/QC processes, and commissioning.
- SMSTS, CSCS (Black or appropriate management card), and First Aid preferred.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.