National Projects Manager (Capital & Repair Works)
8-10 Week Contract Hybrid £400 per day Location: Hybrid - based from Swindon or Bridtol Office
Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager with a passion for historic and listed buildings? Our client, a national public sector organisation, is seeking a National Projects Manager to lead and deliver a range of capital and repair works across their estate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major national organisation and play a key role in shaping and safeguarding their built environment.
The Role
As the National Projects Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of capital and repair projects across a diverse UK property portfolio. Your role will include:
* Managing end-to-end delivery of construction and repair projects, ensuring they meet statutory, regulatory and organisational standards.
* Leading internal project teams, external consultants and contractors.
* Developing business cases, tender documents and leading procurement processes in line with organisational and public sector requirements.
* Ensuring compliance across Health & Safety, CDM, JCT contract requirements, security and governance standards.
* Creating and maintaining robust project documentation, risk registers and controls aligned with RIBA Plan of Work and Government Functional Standard for Project Delivery .
* Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders including technical specialists, estates and facilities teams.
* Acting as a key contributor to Project Boards and Working Groups, advising on progress, risks and strategic decisions.
* Supporting continuous improvement, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to post-project evaluation and lessons learned.
About You
The ideal candidate will bring:
Essential Experience & Skills
* Strong experience in construction project management, specifically involving listed and historic buildings.
* Excellent understanding of traditional and modern building methods, materials, defects and appropriate repair/maintenance approaches.
* Proven experience in budget management, procurement, and construction contract management, including risk management.
* Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.