Contracts manager

Location: Elland

Permanent role

About us

Checkmate Fire Solutions is a leading UK provider of passive fire protection and compliance services, supporting clients across the built environment with safety, integrity, and technical expertise. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and regulatory excellence, the company partners with organisations to deliver robust fire safety solutions that protect lives and assets.

Due to continued growth and increasing project demand, we are inviting applications for the position of Contracts Manager within our Health & Accommodation team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and within budget while maintaining the high standards our clients expect.

What you'll be doing

• Manage and oversee passive fire protection projects from mobilisation through to completion

• Lead and support site teams, supervisors, and subcontractors

• Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual requirements, quality standards, and health & safety regulations

• Maintain strong client relationships and attend progress meetings

• Monitor project performance, programme delivery, and commercial targets

• Work collaboratively with internal departments including Commercial, Compliance, and Operations

• Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and project records are maintained

• Support continuous improvement and promote Checkmate’s “right first time” culture

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Management role

• Valid SMSTS, CSCS Management Card, First Aid at Work

• Passive fire protection experience in either compartmentation or fire doors.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams effectively

• Commercial awareness and problem-solving capability

• Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements

• Full UK driving licence

Why join us

• A competitive remuneration package tailored to your role

• 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown

• Birthday off (after successful 6-month probationary period)

• Access to continuous learning opportunities & development through our Award-winning Training Academy

• Recognition programs to celebrate contributions and milestones

Recruitment Agencies

Checkmate Fire Solutions does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from any source other than directly from the candidate. We do not accept unsolicited communications or submissions from external recruitment agencies. Any recruitment agency wishing to submit candidates must have a current, duly executed agreement in place with Checkmate Fire Solutions and must be expressly instructed in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy. In the absence of such agreement and written instruction, Checkmate Fire Solutions reserves the right to consider any CV or candidate submission as unsolicited and shall have no obligation to pay any fees, commissions, or other charges in respect of such submission.