Agile Program Manager
Are you a results-oriented leader passionate about safety and compliance? Do you thrive in dynamic, multi-site environments, where you can think on your feet and focus on delivery without unnecessary bureaucracy?
You'll be instrumental in:
● Strategic leadership and full program ownership, multiple projects at once.
● Implementing agile best practices using your construction experience.
● Building strong stakeholder relationships, working closely with our Head of Fire Doors, the installation teams and all suppliers ensuring jobs run smoothly, whilst managing and meeting customer expectations.
● Ensuring high quality delivery on site.
● Proactively managing risks.
● Ensuring rigorous compliance with safety standards.
● Leading & empowering project teams to deliver high quality outputs every time and a culture of safety and excellence.
● Keen problem solving skills.
● Monitoring performance and reporting to leadership. Who you are: A strong leader with program/project management experience (ideally multi-site/construction), proven program delivery expertise, and a passion for safety. You're an exceptional communicator, strategic thinker & ready to make a difference working closely with our Head of Fire Doors.
Make a real impact in a challenging, rewarding environment. We offer career growth, a collaborative culture, and competitive compensation.
Role Purpose
The Agile Program Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of fire door projects, ensuring high standards of compliance, safety, and execution. This includes oversight of planning, resourcing, and installation/inspection activities across multiple concurrent sites. The role is pivotal in maintaining timelines, allocating resources effectively, and ensuring regulatory and quality standards are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Site Management
● Plan, coordinate, and manage multiple fire door projects simultaneously across diverse sites.
● Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
● Serve as the main point of contact between field teams, administration, and stakeholders.
● Work closely with Head of Fire Doors to support potential sales opportunities to ensure customer needs are understood and managed.
● Work closely with the Fire Door Compliance Officer to ensure the installations and inspections are to the certified standards with all relevant paperwork completed.
Team Supervision & Resource Allocation
● Lead and mentor the field operations team, providing performance feedback.
● Coordinate daily activities with the administration and scheduling teams to optimise workforce deployment.
● Ensure the availability and readiness of tools, vehicles, and materials for each site.
Compliance & Documentation
● Ensure all on-site documentation (installation, inspection, and compliance records) is completed to specification and in a timely manner.
● Uphold all Health & Safety requirements and ensure safe site practices are followed.
● Report risks, incidents, or non-compliances using established systems and communicate findings promptly.
Stakeholder Communication
● Act as the key liaison for clients, ensuring clear communication, professional conduct, and customer satisfaction.
● Collaborate with the engineering and quality assurance teams to maintain ISO:9001 standards.
● Provide detailed project reports and progress updates to senior leadership
Required Competencies and Skills
Technical and Managerial Competencies
● Strong understanding of construction sites and CDM requirements.
● Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and teams across multiple locations.
● Skilled in resource planning and prioritising tasks under tight deadlines.
● Proficient in using digital tools and systems for project tracking and reporting.
Personal Attributes
● Highly organised with attention to detail and strong time management.
● Methodical, with a practical approach to solving on-site challenges.
● Calm under pressure and with a steely approach.
● Excellent communicator and relationship builder, able to maintain client confidence.
● Accountable, confident, and positive - able to drive projects independently while being a collaborative team leader.
Qualifications & Experience
● Provable prior experience managing multi-site construction projects of various sizes. ● Full UK driving license.
Benefits
● Competitive salary
● Company vehicle and equipment
● Opportunity to contribute to life-saving safety compliance work