What you will do
As a Senior Project Manager within the UK & Ireland Fire Suppression Major Projects team, you’ll take ownership of the commercial, operational, and EHS aspects of major construction projects. You will lead a team of Project Managers, with full responsibility for project performance, financial outcomes, and delivery against key milestones. A strong focus on change and financial management will help drive profitability and efficiency.
You will collaborate closely with our sales team to support growth, secure key contracts, and deliver technical and operational excellence for our clients.
How you will do it
1. Lead the initiation phase: set budgets, build teams, allocate resources
2. Monitor project progress and critical paths
3. Conduct regular site visits to oversee activities
4. Coordinate all work packages effectively
5. Liaise with JCI business units to meet project-specific needs
6. Lead internal and external teams
7. Ensure compliance with EHS and construction industry standards
8. Manage costs and identify value opportunities
9. Drive team productivity and a positive culture
10. Ensure timely project delivery and manage risks proactively
11. Oversee and implement contract changes
12. Provide regular updates to both JCI and clients
13. Collaborate with procurement and manage subcontractors
14. Build strong relationships with clients and end-users
15. Supervise commissioning, testing, and resolution of faults
16. Close projects effectively and conduct post-project reviews
What we look for
Required:
17. Proven experience in a senior project management role, ideally within construction or a technical industry
18. A valid Driving Licence and relevant industry certifications
19. Strong project planning and financial management skills
20. Commercial acumen and contract awareness
21. Leadership and team management experience
22. Background working with Tier 1 contractors on complex, multi-trade sites
23. Job-specific CSCS card
24. Knowledge of Health & Safety standards and industry codes
25. Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills
26. Ability to interpret CAD drawings
27. Proficiency with relevant IT tools
Preferred:
28. Fire Suppression industry experience
29. SSSTS/SMSTS certification
30. IOSH Managing Safely certification
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