Project Manager - Bristol/Cardiff

Overview

Manage fire & security projects from planning to handover, ensuring compliance and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• site surveys
• project delivery
• compliance
• budget management
• stakeholder management

Tasks

-Prepare project documentation including method statements, risk assessments, progress reports, and client updates. -Oversee procurement of equipment and materials, ensuring all specifications meet design and regulatory standards. -Conduct site surveys, risk assessments, and technical reviews to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards. -Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of fire and security projects, including installations, upgrades, and maintenance works. -Monitor contractor performance and carry out site inspections to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. -Ensure systems comply with fire and security standards, including BS, EN, and regulatory requirements. -Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery. -Manage relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. -Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies. -Support project handover, including commissioning, documentation, testing, and client training where required.

Requirements

• prince2
• nebosh
• fire detection
• cctv
• risk assessments
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APMP). -Experience managing budgets, programmes, and multiple contractors. -Full UK driving licence. -Strong project management, organisational, and communication skills. -Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work under pressure. -Strong understanding of fire detection, suppression systems, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, and other security solutions. -Experience working within construction or facilities management environments. -Competent in producing risk assessments and method statements. -Fire safety or engineering–related qualifications (e.g., FIA units, FPA courses, NEBOSH Fire Certificate). -Knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., BS 5839, BS 6266, BS 8621, BS EN 50131). -Proven experience managing fire and/or security systems projects. -Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation. -Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., IFSM, IFE).

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About Cento

-Founded with a vision to support the growing demand in the construction and infrastructure sectors. -Specializes in recruiting top talent for key roles in the built environment, from project management to technical expertise. -Works with a wide range of clients, from large-scale developers to specialist contractors. -Has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the construction and infrastructure industries. -Regularly places professionals across the UK and internationally, ensuring a global footprint. -Offers tailored recruitment services for permanent, contract, and temporary placements. -Focused on building long-term relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring mutual success. -Has earned a reputation for quality and integrity in recruitment, backed by a dedicated team of experts.

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