Royal Mail is a well‑loved brand that utilizes the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.
With 1,750 properties and 33 million sqft of space across the UK, Royal Mail’s portfolio is one of the largest corporate estates in Europe, including local delivery offices, corporate offices, vehicle garages, rail hubs and fully automated parcel superhubs.
Role
We are looking for experienced construction project managers to lead the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of construction projects across the UK, including new‑build schemes, refurbishments, building‑engineering‑services upgrades, fabric improvements and energy/environmental initiatives.
* Lead and be accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery of construction projects (capital and major opex), covering all relevant RIBA stages.
* Drive projects to achieve cost, programme, quality, scope and safety objectives in line with the organisation’s operating system and governance frameworks.
* Manage multidisciplinary teams of internal specialists and external contractors, ensuring high performance, collaboration and value.
* Oversee design development, pricing, tendering, value engineering, construction delivery, practical completion and handover.
* Implement robust project and programme management tools, governance structures and performance controls.
* Track and report project progress to stakeholders, including financials, safety metrics, risks and overall project status.
* Work closely with Commercial Management to maintain accurate budgets, validate cost information and manage spend within delegated limits.
* Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements, including CDM 2015, H&S legislation, CAR 2012 and P3M.
* Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders (including Legal, Technology, Operations, Procurement and Security) and external partners.
* Influence and negotiate with stakeholders on risks, scope changes and competing priorities.
* Proactively identify opportunities for value engineering, insourcing and improved delivery approaches.
* Support forecasting processes for building fabric and engineering programmes, helping shape future investment plans.
* Provide occasional regional cover in support of the Construction Programme Manager.
* Manage cross‑functional project teams of up to 20 people.
About You
* Experience as a Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager in a similar role.
* A strong track record of delivering property‑related projects (building fabric, M&E or estate).
* Proven experience managing a portfolio of projects in a client‑side or customer‑focused environment.
* Demonstrable experience leading internal and external teams.
* Practical knowledge of building surveying and/or building services engineering.
* Experience preparing scopes, specifications, tender documentation and evaluating bids.
* Knowledge of JCT contract administration.
* Strong programme and project management skills for complex, multi‑stakeholder delivery environments.
* A clear understanding of value for money principles and experience identifying opportunities for insourcing and in‑house capability development.
* The ability to innovate, challenge assumptions and apply value engineering techniques.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across technical, commercial and operational stakeholders.
Qualifications (desirable)
* Chartered status with a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, ICE, CIOB, CIBSE, IET).
* Recognised project‑management qualification (e.g., APM, PMQ).
* CSCS card or successful completion of the Construction Skills H&S test.
* IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* £4 800 car allowance
* 18 % bonus
* Leading pension scheme
* 27.5 days annual leave
* Private medical cover
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.
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