Job Title: Intumescent Paint Manager
Location: London / Hatfield (with site travel)
Salary: Up to £80,000
About the Company
Our Client is a specialist structural steel contractor delivering design, fabrication, and installation services across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. With over 25 years of experience, the company is known for high-quality steelwork, technical expertise, and strong project delivery.
The business operates end-to-end-from design through to installation and also provides intumescent coating solutions as part of its integrated service offering.
Role Overview
The Intumescent Paint Manager will take ownership of all passive fire protection (PFP) coating activities, ensuring intumescent paint is delivered to the highest standards across workshop and site-based steel projects.
This role is critical to ensuring fire compliance, quality assurance, and project delivery across the portfolio of structural steelwork projects.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Operational Management
Manage intumescent paint packages from specification through to completion
Coordinate with internal teams (design, fabrication, site teams)
Plan and programme coating works in line with project schedules
Oversee both off-site (workshop) and on-site applications
Technical & Compliance
Interpret fire protection specifications (30/60/90/120 minute ratings)
Ensure compliance with industry standards including ASFP guidelines and BS EN 13381
Review paint systems, manufacturers' data sheets, and application requirements
Liaise with inspectors, clients, and third-party certification bodies
Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
Manage full QA process including DFT (Dry Film Thickness) measurements
Prepare and manage Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
Oversee snagging, rectification, and final sign-off
Ensure all coating works meet UKCA and ISO quality standards
Site & Team Management
Supervise operatives, subcontractors, and coating teams
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards
Troubleshoot site challenges such as weather, access, and sequencing
Client & Commercial Interface
Act as the lead for intumescent scope in client meetings
Support commercial team with variations, pricing, and technical input
Ensure client satisfaction and smooth project handover
Requirements
Experience
Proven experience in intumescent coatings or passive fire protection
Background in structural steel, painting, or coatings
Experience managing site-based construction or steel projects
Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of fire ratings and section factors
Knowledge of coating systems (thin film intumescent)
Familiarity with application methods such as airless spray and brush
Understanding of UK standards and inspection processes
Qualifications (Desirable)
SMSTS or SSSTS
ICorr, NACE, or equivalent coating certification
ASFP training or fire protection qualifications
Skills
Strong organisational and project management skills
High attention to detail, particularly around QA and compliance
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Effective communication across site and office teams
Why Join
Opportunity to work with a growing structural steel contractor
Involvement in complex projects across London and surrounding areas
Exposure to full project lifecycle from fabrication through to installation
Opportunity to lead and develop the intumescent coatings function
For more information please contact Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company
