Head of Projects

ISS; Westcott; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to drive growth in Capital Projects. You will manage compliance and lead a team of 7, including 5 Project Managers, while overseeing mechanical projects and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate has a strong background in M&E, proven expertise in complex project management, and relevant qualifications. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusivity initiatives

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in pre-construction phases and commercial governance.
• Strong technical background in M&E and experience in managing complex projects.
• Proven experience managing projects/programmes valued at £6m+.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and manage a team of Project Managers.
• Oversee project initiation stages for mechanical projects.
• Develop client relationships and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

IT literacy

Project management

Risk management

Education

Degree/HNC in technical or management discipline

Recognised PM qualification (Prince2, APMP, PMP)

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Monday.com

A-Site

SharePoint

Job description

You will be responsible for driving growth, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality projects while managing a team of Project Managers., Take client briefs on mechanical projects and oversee project initiation stages.

Lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and MAC within a key account.

Grow the account organically within the allocated regional area.

Develop and maintain relationships with the Projects Team, key accounts, government operations, and external customers.

Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and manage health & safety standards.

Oversee commercial governance, risk management, and P&L accountability.

Develop supply chain strategy and manage subcontractor relationships.

Coach and manage a team of 7, including 5 Project Managers, to deliver projects to high standards.

This role requires a strong technical background in M&E and proven expertise in managing complex projects across sectors such as R&D, pharma, manufacturing, or airports., The ideal candidate will have significant experience in pre-construction phases, commercial governance, and health & safety compliance, combined with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills., Experience as a Senior Project Manager, ideally in M&E within airports, pharma, R&D, or manufacturing.

IOSH / NEBOSH certification and a recognised PM qualification (Prince2, APMP, PMP).

Degree/HNC or equivalent in a technical or management discipline.

Expertise in construction, engineering, or built environment.

Proven experience managing projects/programmes valued at £6m+.

Strong pre-construction experience, including estimating costs and tender documentation.

Demonstrable leadership and team management skills.

IT literacy with MS Office and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Monday.com, A-Site, SharePoint).

Experience with high-pressure systems, clean rooms, and labs., Disability Confident
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ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it's hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

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Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.