About The Role
GRAHAM is a leading provider of integrated Facilities Management and construction services, delivering high‑quality, compliant, and sustainable solutions across the public and private sectors.
As part of our Strategic Partnership Contract with Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC), awarded in under the long‑established Property Services and Maintenance Partnership, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support and lead the delivery of hard facilities management and project works across the Council’s extensive and diverse property portfolio.
The Project Manager will be responsible for managing minor works and major project works across more than 2, geographically dispersed buildings, including schools, civic buildings, leisure facilities, and operational assets.
Works will range from minor works up to £25,, through to larger project works exceeding £25, with no upper value limit, incorporating an expanded scope of mechanical and electrical maintenance services.
This role requires close collaboration with SMBC stakeholders, operational teams, supply chain partners, and end users within live and occupied environments, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with partnership objectives, public‑sector governance requirements, and agreed KPIs.
1. Reporting to: Projects Director
2. Location: Solihull
3. Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
4. Benefits: Up to 36 days paid annual leave / Excellent Company Pension / Free Life Assurance - 6 times annual salary / Training and Development / Discounted Private Health Care Scheme / Discounted Gym Membership
The Project Manager shall: •Manage the end‑to‑end delivery of hard FM, maintenance and construction projects under an NEC form of contract, from early engagement and scope development through to completion and handover
•Deliver minor works and project works, ensuring alignment with NEC contract principles, compensation event processes and partnership KPIs
•Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, consultants and supply chain partners, including mechanical and electrical specialists
•Plan, programme and sequence works, producing and maintaining NEC‑compliant programmes and progress updates
•Operate in accordance with NEC collaborative behaviours, promoting early warning, proactive risk management and transparent communication
•Manage Early Warnings, Compensation Events, risk reduction meetings, programme acceptance and change control in line with NEC requirements
•Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality systems, including CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor duties where applicable
•Take ownership of commercial performance, cost forecasting, risk management and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle
•Monitor and control programme, cost, quality and resources, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets
•Manage subcontractor procurement, performance, compliance and coordination in line with partnership and NEC requirements
•Act as the primary operational interface with SMBC officers, building users and stakeholders, maintaining strong collaborative relationships
•Chair and attend progress meetings, risk reduction meetings and stakeholder reviews, ensuring accurate reporting and audit‑ready project records
•Maintain robust contractual, commercial and project documentation in accordance with NEC, SMBC and partnership governance requirements
•Manage works within live and occupied environments, minimising disruption and maintaining service continuity
•Oversee commissioning, testing, snagging, certification, defects management and close‑out activities
•Compile and submit complete O&M manuals, asset data, certifications and as‑built information
•Support delivery of social value commitments, including local employment, apprenticeships, sustainability and community engagement initiatives
•Drive continuous improvement, innovation and best practice across service and project delivery
•Positively represent and promote GRAHAM’s values, brand and collaborative partnership ethos at all times
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the job title and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
About You
Essential Criteria 1.SMSTS qualification
2.NVQ Level 6 or 7 (or equivalent) in Construction or Project Management
3.Proven experience as a Project Manager within hard FM and/or construction environments
4.Demonstrable experience delivering projects under NEC forms of contract (NEC3 / NEC4)
5.Strong understanding of NEC commercial management, including Early Warnings, Compensation Events and programme management
6.Experience managing maintenance, minor works and project works in live and occupied environments
7.Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety leadership
8.Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with effective programme, cost and risk control
9.Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office
10.Strong communication skills with the ability to operate effectively in a partnered public‑sector environment
Desirable Criteria
1.Experience working within a local authority or public‑sector strategic partnership
2.Experience delivering services across a large, diverse property estate
3.CSCS Black Manager’s Card
4.Membership of, or working towards, a professional body (MCIOB, RICS, MAPM)
5.Experience supporting social value, sustainability and community engagement initiatives