Permanent job – Project Manager – MOD projects, facilities management
A large FM and Maintenance contractor who runs a contract for the Ministry of Defence to maintain UK MOD sites has an exciting opportunity.
For an experienced Project Manager to join the team at RAF Cranwell on a permanent basis
The role requires security clearance to BPSS level.
Location: RAF CranwellPermanent, full timeSalary:£43-45K + Company car/Car allowance
The RoleWe are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the safe, compliant and commercially effective delivery of Billable Works across RAF Cranwell. You will take full ownership of projects from initiation through to completion, managing risk, cost, programme and quality while ensuring compliance with all statutory, regulatory, Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
Working closely with Defence Infrastructure Organisation representatives, site teams and supply chain partners, you will agree project scope, priorities and delivery programmes, ensuring that suitably qualified operatives are deployed and that safe systems of work are in place. You will be responsible for reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements, managing project documentation, progressing tasks through Maximo and maintaining accurate records within SharePoint.
The role requires a strong customer focus, supporting end users to resolve issues, managing complaints effectively and contributing to wider MoD objectives, including carbon reduction. You will manage stakeholder expectations through clear communication and sound commercial decision-making, ensuring value for money and effective risk management at all times.
About youYou will have proven experience managing projects within a construction, engineering or FM environment, including leading teams to achieve KPIs, controlling costs and managing stakeholder relationships. You will be confident supervising site operations, planning and controlling work activities, and applying safe systems of work in live environments.
You will hold an HNC/HND (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering or building discipline and a management-level Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Strong IT skills are essential, with experience using CAFM systems and Microsoft Office tools. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. APM, RICS, MCIOB) and experience within a defence or regulated environment are desirable.
If you are a proactive, organised and commercially aware Project Manager with excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality delivery, we would welcome your application.
What We Offer
* 6% employee matched pension contribution
* 25 days annual leave
* Company car/car allowance
* Single private medical cover
* Life assurance 2x annual salary
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