Project Manager

Rochdale | Full-time | Salary: Up to £70,000 (based on experience)

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Join a Team That Puts People First

A&F Sprinklers has been protecting lives and property since 1986. As a rapidly growing, employee-owned business, we’re proud of our people-first culture and commitment to excellence. With your help, we’ll continue to grow, innovate, and deliver outstanding fire protection solutions across the UK.

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This is a 360° role where you’ll manage the full lifecycle of automatic sprinkler system projects - from design to installation - ensuring they’re delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

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Key Responsibilities

As a Project Manager, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring the efficient design, procurement, and installation of automatic sprinkler systems. Your role will involve close collaboration across departments, with support from our design team, Health & Safety department, purchasing and commercial teams, and in-house site management. We are committed to a true teamwork approach, working together to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards while fostering strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

You'll oversee compliance with essential industry standards such as BSEN 12845, NFPA, and FM Global, conducting regular site audits, participating in handover and coordination meetings, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.

You'll also coordinate with our Health & Safety department to oversee risk assessments, method statements, and COSHH documentation, ensuring accuracy in as-fitted drawings and project records. Collaboration is essential—you’ll engage with internal teams, mentor junior engineers, and strengthen client relationships to drive repeat business. Additionally, you'll play an active role in company initiatives, training programs, and ongoing improvement efforts.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in a similar sprinkler project management role
• Leadership skills
• Knowledge of BSEN 12845, NFPA, FM Global standards
• Experience in AutoCAD 2D and hydraulic calculation software (e.g. FHC)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A customer-focused mindset and attention to detail

What We Offer

• Salary - Up to £70,000 (based on experience).
• Hours - Full-time position with flexible working hours (flexi-time), allowing you to manage your schedule while meeting project and team needs.
• Homeworking - Enjoy the flexibility of working from home one day per week, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Leave - 32 days of annual leave to start (including bank holidays), with additional days awarded for length of service.
• Performance-Based Bonuses - Enjoy our company bonus scheme, paid twice a year (in summer and winter).
• Bonus - Annual bonus through our Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), sharing the success of the business with those who help build it.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  • BUPA Private Healthcare
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Surveillance
  • Wellbeing Events
• Career Development:
  • Bespoke training programs
  • Long service awards
  • Opportunities to grow with us
• Culture & Community:
  • Employee-owned business
  • Charity and social events
  • Inclusive, supportive team environment

We Value Diversity

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ensure fair treatment regardless of age, race, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality. We believe in looking after ourselves, each other, and the planet - because we’re stronger together.

‍Ready to Apply?‍

If this sounds like the right fit for you, send us your CV today. One of our recruitment team will be in touch for a friendly chat.

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