Fire Safety Project Manager

Fire Safety Project Manager
Location: London/Hybrid
Rate: £425 per day (Umbrella)

An East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Fire Safety Project Manager to lead and oversee the Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) process, ensuring that actions are issued, managed, and successfully completed. This role is ideal for an experienced professional with a background in fire safety, specifically within Local Authorities or Housing Associations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Reporting:
  • Report directly to the Fire Safety Manager and oversee a team, with line management responsibilities.
  • Chair FRA Task Group meetings to drive progress on fire safety initiatives and ensure effective action management.
  • Prepare and present Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports on the fire safety programme to senior management.
• Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) Management:
  • Manage the FRA process end-to-end, ensuring the timely issue, tracking, and completion of all actions.
  • Partner closely with the Building Safety Team to develop and implement fire safety procedures in line with legislative and council requirements.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Work collaboratively across teams to ensure positive outcomes and maintain resident safety.
  • Develop and sustain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including fire enforcement bodies, contractors, and key partners.
• Policy and Process Development:
  • Assist in the development of policies and procedures to support the fire safety team and broader departmental goals.
• Data and Systems Management:
  • Proficiently use various software, databases, and all Microsoft Office tools to manage data, track actions, and generate reports.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Prior experience working in Fire Safety within a Local Authority or Housing Association setting.
• Proven ability to manage the FRA process and associated task groups effectively.
• Strong presentation and communication skills for reporting to senior management and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with relevant fire safety legislation and best practices for Local Authority settings.