Fire Safety Project Manager

YMCA St Paul’s Group (SPG) is a charity and registered housing provider whose mission is to be an inclusive Christian Association transforming communities so that all young people can belong, contribute and thrive. As a member of the wider YMCA Federation, our vision is of places where young people thrive and communities flourish. We are one of the largest YMCAs in Europe and one of the largest providers of supported housing in London.

About the role: Property Services is a vital part of YMCA St Paul's Group, ensuring our buildings remain safe, compliant, well-maintained and fit for the communities we serve. Working within the Asset Investment and Programmes team, the Fire Safety Project Manager plays a critical role in delivering the Group's fire safety programme, helping to ensure that our residents, staff and visitors are protected through effective fire safety management, compliance and investment.

Your role will focus on the following responsibilities:

• Deliver fire safety surveys and inspections: Carry out fire safety surveys, quality assurance inspections and property assessments across the Group's property portfolio, ensuring that fire safety standards are maintained and compliance requirements are met.
• Manage fire safety projects and major works programmes: Lead and manage fire safety projects and remediation works, overseeing contractors, consultants and Employer's Agents to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Ensure compliance and building safety: Support the organisation in meeting all statutory, regulatory and building safety obligations relating to fire safety.
• Provide specialist fire safety expertise: Provide professional advice and technical support to senior managers and operational teams on fire safety matters.
• Support effective asset and compliance management: Maintain accurate records within the Group's asset management and compliance systems, ensuring all fire safety assets, building information and project data are up to date.
• Put residents at the heart of decision-making: Build positive relationships with residents, colleagues, contractors and stakeholders, ensuring excellent communication, customer service and responsiveness.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised professional qualification in building safety, fire safety or a related construction discipline, with relevant fire safety qualifications highly desirable.
• Has significant experience delivering complex fire safety projects and programmes, including managing contractors, Employer's Agents, consultants and major works projects.
• Has a strong understanding of fire safety legislation and regulations, including the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and wider housing compliance requirements.
• Can effectively manage contracts, budgets, project risks and performance while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance and value for money.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with experience working alongside residents, operational teams and external stakeholders.
• Is organised, analytical and committed to delivering safe, compliant and high-quality services aligned with YMCA St Paul's Group's values.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and make a lasting impact on the safety and quality of our property portfolio.

What we offer: At YMCA St Paul's Group, we prioritise improving diversity and inclusion in the workplace and our services. We value your authenticity and unique voice and encourage you to share your opinions. You will have the opportunity to be a catalyst for change by actively participating in our Employee Resource Groups.

Please note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship and can only accept applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK. As this role involves working with vulnerable members of society including regulated activity, a Basic, Standard or Enhanced Criminal Disclosure will be required following a conditional offer.

This is a Full Time role. Hours per week: 35 hours per week with occasional unsocial hours working (early mornings and late evenings), attend sites in emergency situations, and work the occasional weekend. Regular travel across the YMCA SPG property portfolio is required.