IMS Project Lead Department: SHEQ Location: Remote / Home-based, with travel to business unit offices as required Contract Type: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Minimum 37.5 hours per week) Reporting to: SHEQ Manager Direct Reports: None Overview We are working in partnership with a leading fire and security services provider to recruit an experienced IMS Consolidation Project Lead. This fixed-term role offers the opportunity to lead a high-impact project to unify and streamline the organisation’s Integrated Management System (IMS) across its group operations. The successful candidate will take ownership of the design, implementation, and delivery of a fully compliant and future-ready IMS, aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, and 45001 standards. This role requires a proactive, organised, and highly analytical individual with the confidence to lead cross-functional collaboration and drive successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities IMS Delivery: Lead the consolidation and implementation of a single, harmonised IMS across all business units within the 6-month timeframe. Compliance and Standards: Ensure full alignment with ISO 9001, 14001, 27001, and 45001, as well as all applicable legal and regulatory obligations. Project Management: Create and manage a robust project plan, track progress against key milestones, and escalate risks where necessary. Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal leads, senior leadership, and external accreditation bodies. Communication: Provide regular, structured updates to the SHEQ Manager, ensuring transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Future-Proofing: Design a management system that is scalable and adaptable to changes in legislation, business structure, and compliance frameworks. Key Interfaces Internal: IMS Leads, Senior Managers, Directors, Business Unit Stakeholders External: Accreditation and certification bodies including (but not limited to): ASDA, BAFE, BM TRADA, BSI, CAME, DHF, LPCB, NICEIC, NSI, Secured by Design, SSAIB Essential Experience & Skills Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with ISO management systems (including implementation, auditing, or integration) Proven success in delivering IMS consolidation projects across multi-site or multi-departmental organisations Strong project planning and organisational skills, with a structured and outcome-focused approach Ability to conduct thorough gap analyses, identify risks, and propose effective solutions Clear and confident communicator with experience engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels High level of technical writing and IT proficiency, with the ability to produce accessible documentation for a varied workforce Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to regional offices as needed Desirable Knowledge of the fire and security industry and associated accreditation standards Experience working with certification bodies and external auditors