Small Works Manager - Sprinklers

Location : Office base Birmingham Office.

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Coverage Area: Midlands, South Wales, and South West of England. Regular travel throughout the region required
Summary of Role
You will be responsible for overseeing and managing small-scale fire sprinkler installation, maintenance, and modification projects across the Midlands, South Wales, and South West of England. Based in the Birmingham office, this role ensures compliance with British Standards, manages client relationships, coordinates technical teams, and leads a team of designers and project engineers to deliver high-quality fire protection solutions.
What you will be doing
Lead and manage team of designers and project engineers, providing mentorship, allocating workload, conducting performance reviews, and fostering high-performing culture
Manage end-to-end delivery of small works sprinkler projects from assessment through completion, coordinating with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
Prepare quotations, scope of works, project specifications, and monitor progress while resolving technical or operational issues
Ensure all sprinkler systems comply with BS EN 12845 and relevant British Standards and regulations
Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine sprinkler requirements and support designers in developing compliant, cost-effective solutions
Review technical drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance
Oversee installation quality and ensure proper commissioning of systems
Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing technical advice on fire protection solutions and coordinating with facilities management teams
Liaise with insurers, fire authorities, and certification bodies as required
Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, and verify contractors hold appropriate certifications (BAFSA, LPCB, etc.)
Maintain accurate project documentation, certification records, and financial records
Manage project budgets, control costs, process invoices, and identify value engineering opportunities without compromising quality
What we will need from you
Proven experience in fire sprinkler systems management or building operations
Demonstrated experience leading and managing technical teams
Strong knowledge of UK fire protection standards and regulations
Project management experience in facilities or property management
IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health and safety qualification
Full UK driving licence & willingness to travel regularly throughout the Midlands, South Wales, and South West
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent technical problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Commercial awareness and budget management skills
Coaching and mentoring capabilities
What you can expect in return
Salary competitive and negotiable
25 days holiday plus bank holidays and option to buy 5 days
Contributory company pension scheme
Car Allowance
Life Assurance
Health care scheme
Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.45 16.40, Friday 8.45 16:00)
Additional Company information
At Hall & Kay, we deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients. As technical experts our focus is on the lifetime value of a project. Meaning we can design, supply, install, test and maintain all types of sprinkler, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security systems. With 140+ year trading experience and a strong project delivery culture, we are proud to have built lasting relationships with some of the UKs most respected companies in all areas of industry and construction.
What sets us apart? Our culture. What we call the Hall & Kay way.its a people thing. Put simply, we know we can achieve more when we work as a team with clients, with the communities we serve and in our own business. Our people create safety every single day, using their skills and experience to adapt to changing situations and rise to the challenges presented to them. xwzovoh Its our people that make us trusted to deliver.