Job Description

Optimum Contractors are a fast-growing specialist contractor delivering

Fire Protection, Fire Remedials, and Mastic Sealant Solutions

across the UK. We are now strengthening our commercial and operational fire division with an experienced professional who understands both

main contractor commercial processes

and

specialist fire protection delivery

.

Role Purpose

To take full commercial ownership of fire-stopping and remedial projects from tender stage through to final account, while also supporting site delivery, ensuring compliance, identifying variations, and protecting Optimum's commercial position at all stages.

This role blends

Quantity Surveying

,

take-offs

,

programming awareness

,

site coordination

, and

fire protection expertise

.

Key Responsibilities Commercial & Quantity Surveying

Complete

full take-offs

for all fire protection elements (penetration seals, linear joints, fire doors, cavity barriers, ductwork, structural protection, etc.). Prepare, submit and agree

valuations, applications, and variations

(JCT knowledge essential). Identify, justify and negotiate

compensation events & client instructions

. Track and manage

costs, labour, materials, prelims

and project cashflow. Prepare

financial reports

, CVRs, and commercial summaries for Directors. Work closely with procurement to ensure materials align with approved systems.

Fire Protection & Remedials Expertise

Strong understanding of

tested systems

, manufacturer details, and compliance. Ability to read fire strategies, FR requirements, compartment lines and output accurate scopes. Experience in

remedial projects

including survey-to-scope conversion. Knowledge of fire stopping QA platforms (Bolster, Onetrace, FireArrest, etc.).

Project & Site Coordination

Support the Contracts Manager and supervisors with: Programme planning Sequence of works On-site QA and compliance Client walkarounds, snagging and sign-offs Attend site meetings with main contractors, fire engineers and inspectors. Ensure operatives work to the defined scope; challenge out-of-scope instructions. Communicate clearly with site teams on any commercial impacts or variations.

Client Management

Maintain strong professional relationships with PMs, commercial teams, and fire inspectors. Provide

clarity on scope

, defend Optimum's position, and ensure we are fully valued and paid for all works carried out. Work through payment issues and queries in a collaborative but commercially firm manner.

Experience & Requirements Essential

Minimum

5+ years experience

as a QS or commercial PM in construction.

Main contractor experience

(understanding their processes & commercial pressures). Strong experience in

Fire Protection

works. Experience in

Fire Remedials

and survey-based scopes. Deep understanding of JCT forms of contract. Ability to run take-offs across

all fire protection disciplines

. Able to read drawings, fire strategies, O&M documentation and compliance outputs. Strong negotiation skills for variations & commercial matters. Comfortable attending sites and dealing with inspectors/clients directly.

Desirable

Experience with Onetrace or similar QA platforms. Knowledge of UK regulatory framework (BS 476, tested systems, ASFP guidelines). Experience supervising operatives or overseeing site works.

Salary & Package

Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Opportunity to grow into

Commercial Lead for the Fire Division

Continuous development & specialist training
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 60,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stansted CM24