Mobilisation Project Manager

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

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm is seeking a Mobilisation Manager to oversee the transition of newly awarded contracts from tender to operational status. You'll lead project mobilisations, ensuring they meet client expectations and operational goals while managing budgeting and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in FM project management and possess excellent planning and organisational skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package in Manchester, UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project or mobilisation management within FM.
• Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM services.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mobilisation of FM services.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Coordinate inductions and compliance to ensure service standards.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial oversight

Operational readiness

Job description

We are thrilled to be driving the growth of WPS by recruiting a talented Mobilisation Manager. In this role, you'll lead the successful transition of newly awarded facilities management (FM) contracts from tender stage through to steady state. You'll ensure mobilisation activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, aligning with client expectations and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Project Mobilisation: Lead end-to-end mobilisation of FM services, develop plans, manage timelines, and ensure smooth handover to operational teams.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and supply chain partners; communicate progress and risks effectively.
• Operational Readiness: Coordinate inductions, compliance, and resource allocation to ensure service standards are met.
• Commercial & Financial Oversight: Support cost models, monitor budgets, and ensure profitability targets are achieved.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply best practices, maintain governance frameworks, and lead post-mobilisation reviews. Carry out post go‑live inspections.
• Champion the customer experience: Own and enhance our client engagement processes, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty through innovative approaches.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project or mobilisation management within FM (public sector experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of hard and soft FM services (e.g., cleaning, catering, M&E).
• Excellent planning, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial acumen and ability to support commercial decisions.
• Willingness to travel nationally as required.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually; we do not discriminate based on a criminal record.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.