Fire Protection Technical Manager

Description

• Review and approve technical specifications, drawings, and installation methods for passive fire protection systems.
• Stay up to date with the latest fire safety technologies, materials, and regulatory changes to maintain the highest level of knowledge and expertise in the field.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of local, regional, and international fire protection standards, codes, and legislation (e.g., NFPA, BS, UL).
• Conduct fire risk assessments, identify potential passive fire protection requirements, and recommend suitable solutions.
• Perform quality control and risk management assessments throughout the lifecycle of each project.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and staff, ensuring continuous professional development.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients, consultants, and other stakeholders regarding passive fire protection matters.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for passive fire protection initiatives.
• Provide expert advice and technical presentations to clients and stakeholders on fire protection solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external contractors, and clients to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
• Ensure that all passive fire protection systems are installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with the relevant codes and regulations.
• Ensure the design and implementation of fire-resistant barriers, firestopping systems, fireproof coatings, and compartmentalization solutions meet local, national, and international fire safety standards.
• Carry out regular site inspections to monitor compliance and quality of installed systems, ensuring that safety standards are maintained.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project status, issues, and resolutions.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of passive fire protection projects from conception to completion.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and standards, providing recommendations and solutions to address any deficiencies.
• Monitor the progress of ongoing projects, ensuring that milestones are met on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of estimators, designers, and technicians specialized in passive fire protection systems.
• Generate and review fire protection system drawings, specifications, and testing reports.
• Ensure all client needs are understood and effectively translated into feasible and compliant solutions.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including technical reports, project files, and safety documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to conduct fire risk assessments and provide technical recommendations.
• Professional certifications in fire protection engineering or fire safety management (e.g., FPA, CFPS, etc.) are highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with teams and clients.
• Experience with AutoCAD or other design software for fire protection system design and layout.
• In-depth knowledge of passive fire protection materials, products, and systems, including firestopping, fire doors, fireproofing, and compartmentation.
• Proficient understanding of relevant fire safety codes, regulations, and standards (e.g., NFPA, BS, UL).
• Strong project management skills with experience managing large-scale fire protection projects.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality assurance and safety.
• Previous experience in passive fire protection design, installation, and management.
• Experience working in a senior technical management role within a fire protection or construction-related industry.

Benefits

• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts

Training + Development

Interview process

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