Project Manager

Project Manager – External Fire Remediation
Location: Glasgow
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
Bell Building Projects (BBP) has been a trusted name in the construction industry for over 40 years, delivering high-quality refurbishment, compliance, and specialist construction projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for excellence and a secured pipeline of work through Q3 2027, including over £300m of tendered projects, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business at a key stage of its development.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our External Fire Remediation division. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of external fire remediation projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Projects will typically include cladding remediation, external wall system replacement, cavity barrier installation, fire breaks, insulation replacement, façade refurbishment, roofing interfaces, balcony remediation, and associated fire safety compliance works across residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector buildings.
This role will involve managing multiple stakeholders, project teams, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring commercial and operational objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of external fire remediation projects from mobilisation through to final handover.
Manage project programmes, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with client expectations.
Lead project teams, including Site Managers, Supervisors, and subcontractors, providing clear direction and support throughout project delivery.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, housing associations, local authorities, residents, and other key stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, company policies, and industry best practice.
Monitor project performance against programme, budget, quality, and compliance targets, implementing corrective actions where required.
Work closely with Commercial and Pre-Construction teams to manage project costs, variations, risk, procurement strategies, and reporting requirements.
Oversee the delivery of cladding remediation, façade replacement, cavity barrier installations, fire stopping interfaces, and associated building envelope works.
Manage subcontractor procurement, performance, quality standards, and contractual obligations.
Chair and attend project meetings, progress reviews, client meetings, and stakeholder consultations.
Ensure quality assurance procedures are implemented and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Review project risks and opportunities, developing mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
Coordinate project handovers, ensuring all compliance documentation, certifications, Operation & Maintenance manuals, and project records are completed accurately.
Produce regular project reports covering programme, safety, commercial performance, quality, and risk management.
Support business development opportunities by maintaining strong client relationships and identifying future project opportunities.
Who We're Looking For
Essential
* Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering external fire remediation, cladding remediation, façade refurbishment, building envelope, or major refurbishment projects.
* Strong understanding of external wall systems, fire remediation works, cavity barriers, cladding systems, and associated compliance requirements.
* Experience managing multiple stakeholders, project teams, and subcontractors on complex construction projects.
* Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets, variations, and contractual obligations.
* Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
* Experience working on occupied residential buildings and live environments.
* SMSTS Certification.
* CSCS Managers Card.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Ability to provide two recent professional references.
Desirable
* Experience delivering projects under social housing, housing association, local authority, or public sector frameworks.
* Knowledge of EWS1 requirements, PAS 9980 guidance, and Building Safety Act requirements.
* Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Building Surveying, or a related discipline.
* Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIOB or RICS.
* Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
* Scaffold Inspection certification.
* Asbestos Awareness certification.
Why Join BBP?
Join a business with over four decades of industry success and a secure pipeline of future work. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
* Generous pension scheme
* Income protection
* Death in service benefit
* Annual salary reviews
* Discretionary performance-related bonus
* 32 days annual leave with flexible bank holiday options
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Business mileage reimbursement
* Accessible and inclusive working environment
Diversity & Inclusion
Bell Building Projects is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
We are dedicated to ensuring fair and unbiased recruitment, training, and promotion practices, selecting candidates solely on the basis of skills, qualifications, and experience.
How to Apply
Applications are open to eligible UK residents. If you are looking to advance your career within a growing external fire remediation division and play a key role in delivering safer, compliant buildings across the UK, we would love to hear from you