Certification Scheme Manager

Make your mark at BRE

BRE aims to be the world's leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.

Your role at BRE

This role is responsible for managing and delivering BRE's certification services for passive fire protection products and systems. Key responsibilities include:

Conduct technical reviews and assessments against LPCB schemes, UKCA, and Construction Products Regulation requirements.

Manage certification projects from initial enquiry to the issue of certificates, approval specifications, and scope documents.

Develop and maintain test schedules, reviewing technical data and documentation for accuracy and compliance.

Liaise with internal teams, clients, approval agencies, and accreditation bodies to ensure smooth project delivery.

Support internal and external audits to maintain compliance with ISO 17065 and BRE quality standards.

Prioritise and manage workloads to meet project deadlines and organisational objectives.

What we are looking for

• Technical competence in Passive Fire Protection and understanding of relevant product standards, regulations, and certification schemes (LPCB, UKCA, CPR).
• Experience in product testing, evaluation, and certification processes, including reviewing technical data and documentation.
• Knowledge of management system standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organisational skills to plan and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Experience working with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders in a technical or project-focused environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, within the UK and internationally.

BRE Benefits

At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.

Financial & Security Benefits

Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution

Life assurance – 4x your basic salary

Enhanced maternity package

Health & Wellbeing

HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more

Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points

Career Development

Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform

Professional membership reimbursement

For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits

Work Location Options

Hybrid – This role offers a mix of home and office working. You will need to be within commuting distance of our Watford office, as you will be expected to attend in person 3 times per week.

Note to Employment Agencies

At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.

Equal Opportunities Statement

BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Department

Assurance

Locations

Watford

Remote status

Hybrid

Monthly salary

£42,000 - £46,000

About BRE

BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We're ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.

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