Mobilisation Manager

United Infrastructure; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and infrastructure firm in Manchester is seeking a Mobilisation Manager to lead contract transitions. The role involves end-to-end ownership of mobilisation, team leadership, and maintaining operational performance. Candidates should possess experience in programme management and strong client relationship skills. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of social infrastructure in the UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior operational or mobilisation role.
• Track record in delivering large-scale programmes.
• Strong ability to translate strategic plans into operational actions.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to Health & Safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mobilisation of new contracts.
• Drive delivery performance and compliance.
• Develop and implement mobilisation plans and resource models.
• Build and lead cross-functional teams.
• Act as the key client interface for communication.

Skills

Client relationship management

Stakeholder management

Operational leadership

Analytical skills

Programme management software

Education

Degree in Construction, Project Management, or Surveying

Professional membership (CIOB, RICS, APM)

Health & Safety qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH)

Tools

Microsoft Project

ASTA

Excel trackers

Job description

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Company Description

Part of the wider United Infrastructure, Social infrastructure focuses on revitalising homes and communities through the regeneration and maintenance of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods and ensuring homes are safe and compliant. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to fully integrated property service solutions, we provide a wide range of services for public sector clients.

We’re specialists in net zero retrofit, working closely with our clients to lower the carbon footprint of their buildings and in turn, minimise operational costs. This includes using more thermally efficient building products, and energy efficient technology to deliver cost‑efficient, carbon‑reducing solutions.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly capable and strategic Mobilisation Manager to lead the mobilisation and transition of a major contract through to steady‑state operations.

This pivotal role will take full ownership of the mobilisation programme - ensuring that operational structures, teams, processes, and performance measures are established to deliver long‑term success. Once mobilisation is complete, you will retain operational control and accountability for ongoing delivery, performance management, and client satisfaction.

Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, this role demands a leader with exceptional planning, communication, and analytical skills who can influence stakeholders and set the highest standards for delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end mobilisation of new contracts and programmes, ensuring clear governance, planning, and risk management.
• Take operational ownership post‑mobilisation, driving delivery performance, compliance, and service excellence.
• Develop and implement mobilisation plans, programmes, and resource models, ensuring all milestones are achieved.
• Build and lead cross‑functional teams, establishing a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Act as the key client interface, ensuring strong communication, trust, and alignment of objectives.
• Oversee reporting frameworks, including performance dashboards, risk registers, financial summaries, and progress updates.
• Lead on procurement and supply chain mobilisation, ensuring commercial efficiency and best value.
• Champion Health & Safety, quality, and compliance across all operational activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, lessons learned, and process standardisation across future mobilisations.

About You

• Extensive experience in a senior operational or mobilisation role within a main contractor or service delivery environment.
• Proven track record of establishing and successfully delivering large‑scale programmes or frameworks.
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate plans into operational reality.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experienced in programme management tools such as Microsoft Project, ASTA, and Excel trackers.
• Skilled communicator with strong presentation and reporting capability.
• Excellent Health & Safety awareness and commitment to best practice standards.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial management and procurement coordination.
• Proven ability to build and lead high‑performing, multi‑disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction, Project Management, Surveying, or a related discipline (preferred)
• Professional membership (CIOB, RICS, APM, or equivalent) desirable
• Relevant IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
• Full UK driving licence

Additional Information

Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but when you click "Apply," it will redirect to "United Infrastructure".