Facilities PM - Lead Secure Infra Projects (FTC)

Sodexo Group; Amble; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform access

Employee Assistance Programme

24hr virtual GP Service

Discounts scheme

Pension plan

Learning & development tools

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced benefits & leave

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting an experienced Facilities Management Project Manager for HMP Northumberland, NE65 9XG. The role leads infrastructure project delivery, ensuring safety, schedule and budget in a busy prison environment.

You will report to the Head of Client Infrastructure Projects, managing a diverse portfolio worth around £1.2 million annually and coordinating with stakeholders, contractors and internal teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing infrastructure or construction projects within a Facilities Management environment.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, project governance and statutory compliance.
• Good knowledge of current UK Building Regulations.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Leadership and people management experience.
• A recognised Project Management qualification such as PRINCE2 or APMP.
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH qualification with risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Strong commercial awareness with budget and programme delivery.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and manage project risks.
• Advanced IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to learn CAFM systems (Maximo), Building Management Systems (BMS) and other specialist software.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a complex operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of infrastructure projects across HMP Northumberland through specialist subcontractors.
• Support the delivery of lifecycle replacement, capital expenditure and client-led business improvement projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with contractual and statutory requirements.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with quality standards, programme delivery and Health & Safety legislation.
• Carry out quality inspections of completed project works and implement corrective actions where required.
• Maintain accurate records of new infrastructure assets and ensure preventative maintenance schedules are updated in line with SFG20 standards.
• Monitor and report project progress, risks and performance using Microsoft Office applications.
• Manage contractor relationships, including onboarding new suppliers through Sodexo's vendor approval process.
• Support compliance with CDM Regulations, building regulations, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure safe systems of work are implemented across all projects.
• Build effective working relationships with prison stakeholders, subcontractors and the wider Facilities Management team.
• Deputise for the Head of Client Infrastructure Projects when required.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

PRINCE2 / APMP

IOSH Managing Safely / NEBOSH

Tools

Maximo (CAFM)

Building Management System (BMS)

MS Office

Job description

Sodexo is recruiting an experienced Facilities Management Project Manager for HMP Northumberland, NE65 9XG. The role leads infrastructure project delivery, ensuring safety, schedule and budget in a busy prison environment.

You will report to the Head of Client Infrastructure Projects, managing a diverse portfolio worth around £1.2 million annually and coordinating with stakeholders, contractors and internal teams to achieve high-quality outcomes.