Job Description
Job Title: Projects Manager - Ventilation Systems
Location: London / Essex
Salary: £50,000 - 55,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full time/ Permanent
About Us:
Ventec 100 Ltd is a long-established, family-owned leader in smoke ventilation systems, proudly serving clients across the UK since 1988. We deliver critical fire safety infrastructure to commercial, industrial, and residential developments-ensuring compliance, performance, and peace of mind.
About the role:
As our project portfolio grows, we're looking for a Projects Manager who can bring structure, leadership, and foresight to our on-site delivery teams. This is an opportunity to take ownership of multiple high-profile projects, guiding them from inception through to completion.
Duties and Responsibilities:
You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the high standards Ventec is known for.
Core Responsibilities:
* Attend client pre-start meetings and internal project handovers
* Develop and manage a live 4-week rolling labour and resource plan
* Coordinate first-day site meetings and workforce inductions
* Lead and support direct labour and subcontractor teams
* Manage procurement of materials, fixings, and site consumables
* Organise access equipment hire, returns, and logistics
* Monitor and verify weekly timesheets and labour allocation
* Oversee training compliance and arrange renewals/certifications
* Work closely with the Contracts Administrator on delivery scheduling
* Produce regular site reports and conduct Health & Safety audits
* Manage drawing revisions, variations, and technical queries
* Schedule and oversee commissioning activities
* Conduct snagging and final inspection reports with photographic evidence
* Represent the delivery function in weekly operations meetings
* Continuously support process improvement and best practices on site
* We're looking for a self-starter who can hit the ground running and lead with confidence.
About you:
We're looking for a self-starter who can hit the ground running and lead with confidence.
* Proven experience in Project Management
* Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) - 2365-03
* City & Guilds 2382-22: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* City & Guilds 2391-52: Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing
* Excellent understanding of site-based project lifecycles
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety best practices (SMSTS/SSSTS desirable)
* Skilled in managing multi-site labour, subcontractors, and logistics
* Confident using Microsoft Office Suite; planning tools a plus (e.g., MS Project)
Benefits:
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple sites
* Clear communicator, proactive problem solver, and adaptable team player
* Competitive salary, based on experience
* 23 days holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays
* Group Pension Scheme
* Bupa health plan (after qualifying period)
* Up to 100% funded professional development (incl. SMSTS, NEBOSH, IOSH, etc.)
* Company events: summer and Christmas social gatherings
* A stable, growing company with a supportive, experienced team
How to Apply: Click APPLY to submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you're a strong fit.
We welcome applicants from similar roles including: Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Installations Manager, M&E Supervisor, or Building Services Manager.