Job Title: Contract Manager – FRA / Fire Stopping
Location: Stratford/Birmingham
Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 + Package
Employment Type: Full Time
Overview
A leading construction contractor is seeking an experienced Contract Manager on a FRA / Fire Stopping Contract. The role will be to oversee the delivery of fire safety compliance works across projects in Birmingham. Operating from the Stratford office, the successful candidate will manage fire risk assessment (FRA) remedial works, passive fire protection, and fire stopping programmes.
This is a pivotal role requiring in-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation and accreditation standards, alongside strong leadership, financial oversight, and contract management capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end delivery of FRA remedial and fire stopping works
- Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, and other statutory regulations
- Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and specialist passive fire protection teams
- Control project budgets, track forecasts, and deliver cost-efficient solutions
- Conduct site inspections, oversee snagging, and manage handover procedures
- Maintain ongoing communication and engagement with residents throughout project lifecycles
- Produce accurate project documentation, reports, and maintain full audit trails
- Liaise with internal compliance, housing, and asset teams
- Ensure works adhere to FIRAS, BM Trada, or equivalent third-party certification standards
- Collaborate with fire risk assessors and building control to secure signoffs and certifications
Requirements
- Extensive experience managing fire stopping and FRA remedial works, ideally within a social housing environment and construction industry knowledge.
- Strong understanding of passive fire protection systems and current fire safety legislation
- FIRAS or BM Trada accreditation is highly desirable.
- Proven record in project and contract management.
- Recognised qualifications such as NEBOSH, SMSTS, or equivalent project/construction safety credentials
- Exceptional organisational, communication, and client management skills
