Capital Projects Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading operator in the live entertainment sector is seeking a Senior Capital Projects Manager to oversee strategic capital projects in London. This key role involves managing procurement, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various teams to enhance property strategy. The ideal candidate will possess extensive project management experience and relevant certifications, driving execution efficiently across multiple venues.

Benefits

Range of benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in property, facilities, or engineering.
• Experience managing multi-site capital projects.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and delivery of capital projects, ensuring compliance.
• Oversee project delivery, focusing on risk and stakeholder management.
• Manage capital project budgets and prepare reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Project Management

Procurement

Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Financial Accountability

Education

PMP or PRINCE2 certification

RICS qualification

Job description

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The Role: Senior Capital Projects Manager

Location: London base / National Coverage (Hybrid)

Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus

I am delighted to be working with a leading operator in the live entertainment sector to find them a Senior Capital Projects Manager to provide strategic leadership and deliver capital projects across a diverse portfolio performance venues. This is a pivotal role for an expert in project management, procurement, and compliance, ensuring all projects are executed efficiently, within budget, and to the highest industry standards. You will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to shape the property strategy and deliver world-class facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Capital Works Management

• Lead end-to-end procurement and delivery of capital works, ensuring full legislative and regulatory compliance (e.g., fire safety, health & safety, CDM regulations).
• Develop technical briefs and scopes of work for consultants and contractors, ensuring robust contractual agreements.
• Oversee project delivery with a strong focus on risk management, stakeholder engagement, and value engineering.
• Plan and execute multiple, high-profile projects, aligning with business objectives.
• Line manage a Project Manager, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development.
• Financial & Budget Control - Full financial accountability for capital project budgets, ensuring proactive cost management.
• Develop, monitor, and manage capital expenditure plans, aligning projects with strategic objectives.
• Reporting & Governance - Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior leadership, ensuring clear visibility of project progress, financials, and risks.
• Drive compliance with governance structures and accountability at all project levels.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management - Work closely with internal teams including Technical Operations, Facilities, Procurement, and Venue Operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, management companies, local councils, and legal teams.
• Risk & Change Management - Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely escalation and effective change control.
• Conduct impact assessments and scenario planning for potential project disruptions.

Experience & Technical Expertise

• Proven project management experience in property, facilities, or engineering.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification required; RICS desirable.
• Experience managing multi-site, complex capital projects within a diverse portfolio.
• Expertise in MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) projects highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of property compliance, lease management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience implementing structure, process, and governance in a collaborative manner.
• Familiarity with project management tools, financial reporting systems, and procurement best practices.

The group offer a fantastic range of benefits as well as a culture of inclusivity and accountability.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled Project Manager to join a team that absolutely love what they do!

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You must be able to live and work in the UK without restriction.