Site Manager

Site Manager – Fire Doors / Carpentry (FIRAS)

Location: Birmingham (B29)
Rate: £300 per day

Ridgeway & Co are currently working with a well-established contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager with a strong carpentry background and FIRAS knowledge to oversee fire door replacement and QA works on a residential project in Birmingham (B29 area).

This role will involve managing the installation, compliance, and certification of fire doors across multiple buildings, ensuring all works are delivered safely, to programme, and in line with current fire safety regulations and FIRAS standards.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, subcontractor management, and quality assurance of fire door installations.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the installation and replacement of fire doors and associated carpentry works

* Ensure all works comply with fire safety regulations and FIRAS standards

* Carry out QA inspections, audits, and certification checks

* Manage subcontract carpentry teams and drive productivity on site

* Coordinate site logistics, materials, and deliveries

* Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and daily briefings

* Enforce RAMS, permits to work, and H&S procedures

* Monitor programme and report progress to the Project Manager

* Manage snagging, inspections, and project handover

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Site Manager on fire door / carpentry projects

* Strong understanding of fire door compliance, installation, and QA processes

* Experience working on FIRAS-accredited projects or with FIRAS-certified installers

* Ability to manage subcontract teams and maintain quality standards

* Background in refurbishment or residential projects

* Strong organisational and communication skills

Qualifications

* SMSTS

* CSCS (Manager Card)

* First Aid at Work

* FIRAS awareness / experience (essential)

* Fire Marshal (desirable)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor delivering a key fire safety refurbishment project in Birmingham.

Please apply with your CV or contact Ridgeway & Co for further details