Sprinkler Project Manager - Office & Retail

Sprinkler Project Manager - Office & Retail

Salary/Package - £65,000 - £70,000 Basic + Car + Benefits Package

Location - London

Permanent Position ( Hybrid )

My client is an LPCB Level 3 accredited fire sprinkler specialist based in the South of the UK, delivering the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of automatic sprinkler systems, water mist, gas suppression, wet and dry risers, and ancillary fire protection systems across a nationwide client base. Members of BAFSA and the Fire Protection Association, and holders of ISO 9001 and CHAS Premium Plus accreditation, they have built a strong reputation for quality and professionalism working with high-profile high street brands, major supermarkets, and leading main contractors across the UK.

As the business grows its presence in London and the South East, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Sprinkler Project Manager to lead project delivery in the region.

The Role

Reporting directly into the senior leadership team and working closely with the estimating and design functions, the Sprinkler Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of fire sprinkler installation projects across London and the South East. You will be the primary point of contact for main contractors, clients, and consultants in the region, managing projects from contract award through to commissioning and handover.

This is a autonomous, field-based role suited to a driven individual with a solid grounding in fire sprinkler installation who is ready to take ownership of a regional project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

Manage the full lifecycle of fire sprinkler installation projects from post-contract award through design coordination, procurement, installation, commissioning, and client handover
Develop and maintain detailed project programmes, ensuring milestones are met and any risks to programme or budget are identified and managed proactively
Coordinate with the clients in-house design team to ensure drawings, hydraulic calculations, and technical submittals are issued on time and in line with project requirements
Oversee site operations, managing directly employed operatives and specialist subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, to specification, and on programme
Conduct regular site visits across the London region, monitoring progress, quality, and compliance
Manage project variations, change orders, and RFIs, maintaining a clear audit trail and ensuring commercial impact is captured and agreed with the clientCommercial Management

Monitor project costs against budget throughout delivery, producing regular cost reports and flagging any margin risk to the Operations Director
Manage applications for payment, valuations, and final accounts in conjunction with the commercial team
Review and negotiate subcontractor accounts and supplier orders within agreed parameters
Contribute to post-project reviews, feeding lessons learned back into estimating and operational processesClient & Stakeholder Management

Act as the clients primary point of contact for main contractors, client representatives, M&E consultants, and local authorities across your project portfolio
Attend site meetings, design coordination meetings, and client progress reviews, representing the client professionally at all times
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key clients in the London region, supporting business development and repeat work opportunities
Manage expectations proactively - communicating clearly on programme, scope, and any issues before they become problemsHealth, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all site operations are conducted in full compliance with CDM 2015, current Health & Safety legislation, and the clients internal safe systems of work
Review and approve RAMS, site-specific H&S plans, and method statements prior to works commencing on site
Ensure all sprinkler installations comply with BS EN 12845, LPC Rules, and relevant British Standards throughout delivery
Maintain up-to-date commissioning records, O&M documentation, and as-fitted drawing packages for handover

Essential Requirements

Demonstrable experience delivering fire sprinkler installation projects as a project manager, contracts manager, or senior site supervisor
Sound technical knowledge of wet and dry automatic sprinkler systems in line with BS EN 12845 and LPC Rules
Experience managing main contractor relationships and working within the principal contractor environment on commercial, retail, or industrial projects
Commercially aware - able to manage project budgets, variations, and applications for payment
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously across a geographic region
Full UK driving licenceDesirable

LPCB, BAFSA, or FIA industry knowledge or membership
SMSTS or SSSTS site management safety qualification
Experience working with residential sprinkler systems (BS 9251) or water mist installations
Familiarity with gas suppression, wet risers, or dry riser systems
Previous experience in a specialist fire protection subcontractor environment
First Aid at Work certificate

What's on Offer

£65,000 - £70,000 base
Company vehicle or car allowance
Pension scheme with employer contributions
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Supportive, experienced senior team with a strong industry reputation behind youIf you are interested in knowing more please forward your CV. Please note we will only submit your CV once we have spoken to you. Alecto Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. INDBMS