Location: 10 sites between Fareham and Marchwood
Salary: Up to £50,000 +pany car / car allowance
Contract: Permanent | Full time
Hays Facilities Management are working in partnership with VIVO Defence Services to recruit an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of projects across the UK Defence estate.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction and/or M&E Project Manager (not Site Managers) to join a values‑driven organisation delivering essential works in a secure and highly regulated environment.
The role
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end‑to‑end delivery of a diverse programme of works across multiple Defence sites. You will manage projects from initial scope through procurement, delivery and handover, ensuring all works arepleted safely,pliantly, on time and within budget.You will work closely with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), local site teams, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders to agree priorities, manage risk and deliver high‑quality oues.
Key responsibilities
1. Manage the full project life cycle from concept through topletion
2. Oversee multiple projects simultaneously across several sites
3. Manage supply chain performance, ensuring safe systems of work are followed
4. Review and manage RAMS, ensuringpliance with H&S and statutory requirements
5. Control project costs, budgets andmercial decisions
6. Engage with DIO representatives, site managers and customer teams
7. Progress works through CAFM systems and maintains accurate project documentation
8. Support carbon reduction initiatives and sustainable project delivery
9. Resolve customer issues andplaints in a timely and professional manner
What we’re looking for
10. Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction, M&E, FM or property services
11. Strong stakeholder, cost and programme management capability
12. Experience supervising site operations and managing contractor performance
13. HNC/D or equivalent qualification in Construction, Building Services, M&E or Engineering
14. Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint and CAFM systems)
15. SMSTS or equivalent H&S qualification
Desirable:
16. Membership of APM, RICS or MCIOB
17. Asbestos / Legionella Responsible Person or Authorised Person training
18. Experience working in highly regulated or Defence environments
What’s on offer
19. Salary up to £50,000 (DOE)
20. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
21. 6% employer‑matched pension
22. Single private medical cover
23. Life assurance (2x salary)
24. Hybrid and flexible working options where applicable
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