Project Manager - Building and Fire Safety - VNA Recruitment : Job Details

Job Title: Project Manager - Building and Fire Safety

Location: Westminster - Hybrid - with regular site visits requiredContract Type: Fixed-term ContractDay Rate: £327.44 - £450

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Building and Fire Safety Project Manager to lead critical projects aimed at improving and maintaining building safety and fire risk compliance across a diverse property portfolio.

This hybrid role combines remote working with regular site inspections and hands-on project oversight. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all building safety activities align with current legislation, best practice, and organisational standards.

• Deliver building and fire safety projects from initiation to completion.

• Ensure compliance with building, fire, and housing safety legislation, including the Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the building portfolio.

• Manage safety inspections, remedial works, and documentation.

• Maintain comprehensive project records and compliance documentation.

• Liaise with external consultants, contractors, and safety specialists.

• Serve as the primary contact for building and fire safety matters.

• Oversee budgets, project timelines, and quality control.

• Provide expert advice and regular updates to senior stakeholders.

• Professional membership with a recognised body such as CIOB, IFE, RICS, or equivalent.

• Degree or diploma in building safety, surveying, or risk management (desirable).

• Ongoing CPD in fire and building safety disciplines.

• In-depth knowledge of the Golden Thread requirements and building safety case reports.

• Extensive experience in managing building and fire safety compliance projects.

• Strong knowledge of current UK safety legislation and housing standards.

• Proven ability to engage and manage stakeholders at all levels.

• Skilled in interpreting technical reports, fire strategies, and assessments.

• Strong project planning, risk management, and coordination abilities.

• High attention to detail and a commitment to safety and compliance.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing internal teams and external partners.

• Proficient in project management and compliance reporting systems.

We’re seeking a proactive, knowledgeable, and confident Project Manager with a strong track record in delivering safety improvements and compliance initiatives within complex property environments. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with the ability to foster trusted relationships with residents, colleagues, and regulatory bodies—ensuring the ongoing safety and integrity of buildings under their care.