Construction Project Manager (Client Side) – Atomic Weapons Establishment Fire Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Union Street, City Of London; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in the UK is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee a major £50m refurbishment project. You will lead the construction lifecycle, ensuring high-quality delivery, budget control, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in large-scale construction projects and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £72,181 - £89,656 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale (£50m+) construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles and office fit-outs.
• Excellent communication, financial, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full construction lifecycle from RIBA Stage 3 to completion.
• Ensure high-quality delivery and budget control.
• Lead interim accommodation solutions and oversee consultants.

Skills

Experience managing large-scale construction projects

Understanding of project lifecycles

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Commitment to safety and equality

Education

Professional membership (e.g. RICS, RIBA)

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Client Side) – Atomic Weapons Establishment Fire Service

Lead the Transformation of London’s Fire & Rescue HQ

Join the LFB as a Construction Project Manager (Client Side) and play a pivotal role in delivering a landmark £50m+ refurbishment of Lambeth Fire Station and our new HQ at 8 Albert Embankment.

About the Role

Based at our current HQ, 169 Union Street SE1, you will join the New HQ project team delivering a major £50m+ refurbishment at Lambeth Fire Station. This ambitious project will deliver a state-of-the-art fire station, modern HQ offices supporting innovative ways of working, and an events and exhibition space. You’ll manage the full construction lifecycle—from RIBA Stage 3 to completion—ensuring high-quality delivery, budget control, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll lead interim accommodation solutions, oversee consultants and contractors, and drive procurement and governance processes.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience managing large-scale (£50m+) construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles and office fit-outs.
• Professional membership (e.g. RICS, RIBA).
• Expertise in NEC contracts and procurement.
• Excellent communication, financial, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to safety, equality, and public service values.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of London’s fire and rescue estate. Be part of a team delivering modern, resilient infrastructure that supports our frontline services and communities.

Salary: £72,181 - £89,656 per annum

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