Project Manager

Forge Holiday Group; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the travel and hospitality sector is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead transformative initiatives. This exciting role involves developing a comprehensive project governance framework and ensuring alignment between business objectives and transformation efforts. You will oversee project lifecycles, drive visibility and accountability, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project delivery. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and diversity, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of holiday experiences.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

33 Days Annual Leave

Birthday Off

Paid Volunteering Days

Enhanced Parental Leave

Exclusive Discounts

Training & Development Programs

Mental Health Support

Gym Access

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Project Manager or transformation role.
• Strong background in business transformation and project governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project governance frameworks.
• Lead business transformation programs and manage change.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Analytical Skills

Education

Project Management Certification

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PRINCE2

Agile Tools

Six Sigma

Job description

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Base pay range

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• Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
• Working Days & Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm.
• Working Policy: Flexible hybrid-working policy, with a minimum of two days a week from our Chester head office.

About Us

Forge Holiday Group is a market leader in the UK travel and hospitality sector, bringing together Forest Holidays, Sykes Holiday Cottages, UKCaravans4Hire and Bachcare to create exceptional holiday experiences.

As we continue to evolve, we are embarking on a transformation journey to optimise our processes to enhance customer, employee & owner experiences, foster collaboration across the Group and drive innovation by embracing new trends & technologies.

We are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to ensure transformative initiatives are effectively governed, well-executed, and deliver measurable business impact.

About the Project Manager Role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and leading the transformation project governance framework for Forge Holiday Group. You will work closely with senior leadership to ensure alignment between business transformation initiatives and company strategy. This role requires someone with strong leadership skills, a process-driven mindset, and the ability to drive change across a multi-brand organisation.

You will oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring that key transformation projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. You will also act as a central point of coordination, driving visibility, consistency, and efficiency across the group’s project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Project Governance & Leadership

• Establish and maintain a central Project Management function, defining governance frameworks, project standards, and best practices
• Develop and implement project methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, Waterfall, or hybrid) tailored to business needs
• Ensure projects are aligned with strategic objectives, tracking progress, dependencies, and risks
• Drive visibility and accountability, ensuring leadership has clear insights into project performance and ROI.

Business Transformation & Change Management

• Lead business transformation programs, ensuring they are structured, resourced, and managed effectively
• Champion change management best practices, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, systems, and ways of working
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Technology, Operations, Finance, and Marketing) to ensure seamless project delivery
• Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing challenges before they impact timelines or budgets.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Work closely with the leadership team to provide regular updates on project performance and strategic impact
• Act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders, project sponsors, and external partners
• Ensure clear, consistent, and transparent communication across the business, fostering a culture of collaboration and alignment
• Create team alignment and focus on outcomes that benefit the Group, not just individual divisions or departments.
• Implement best-in-class tools and technology to enhance project tracking, reporting, and decision-making
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to optimise processes and enhance efficiency
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging project management innovations, ensuring Forge Holiday Group remains competitive and agile.

The ideal Project Managerwill possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience in a Project Manager or transformation role, ideally within a multi-brand or matrix organisation
• Strong background in business transformation, project governance, and change management
• Expertise in project management methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, Six Sigma, or PMP certification (desirable)
• Experience working in travel, hospitality, retail, or e-commerce is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels
• Strong analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations
• A proactive, solutions-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Forge Holiday Groups Company Benefits

• Annual STIP Company-wide Bonus Scheme offering up to an additional 10% of your salary through our performance-based bonus programme
• 33 days of annual leave including bank holidays, plus up to 5 extra days with long service
• A day off to celebrate your Birthday
• Two paid Volunteering Days off annually
• One of only 1000 BCORP-certified companies in the UK
• Enhanced Parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
• Exclusive discounts on stays for you, family and friends
• Discounts and offers with a focus on your overall wellbeing
• Training & Development programs to set you up for success
• 24/7 mental health support and initiatives
• Access to the gym at our Chester HQ
• Free parking at our Chester HQ
• Employee Savings Scheme transferring directly from your salary
• Long Service Awards
• Hybrid working for selected roles.

Diversity and Inclusion: We encourage and welcome our people to bring their authentic and best selves to work every day. We know the power that comes from different ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We recognise the role diversity plays in achieving our goals as a business. We actively welcome applications from as wide a range of backgrounds as possible. If you need any particular support or accommodations as part of your application process, please get in touch - our recruitment team are happy to help.

Why Join Forge Holiday Group?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the transformation agenda for a fast-growing, customer-focused business. You’ll have the chance to create a new transformation Project Management function, working on complex, strategic projects that will define the future of our group.

Join us and play a key role in transforming the holiday industry!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Analyst

• Industries

  Travel Arrangements

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