Project Manager

Sphere Solutions Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance or Company Car

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Pension matching (up to 6%)

Job summary

Sphere Solutions Ltd in Plymouth is seeking a Project Manager to lead MOD contractor projects across multiple sites. You will manage from inception through delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and resources are aligned with project goals.

Experience in Construction or M&E, strong safety qualifications, and security clearance or eligibility are required. A UK driving licence and IT proficiency, including MS Office, are essential.

Qualifications

• Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos awareness.
• Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge.
• Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain it) due to the nature of MOD projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and CAFM software experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the successful delivery from inception to completion.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth project operations.
• Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiency in project management processes.

Job description

Project Manager – MOD Contractor | £50,000 & Car Package | Plymouth

Join a leading MOD contractor working on high-profile defence and infrastructure projects across the Plymouth area. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage projects for a trusted national contractor with a reputation for excellence in the defence sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the successful delivery from inception to completion.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth project operations.
• Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiency in project management processes.

Key Requirements (Skills & Experience):

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• HNC or equivalent qualification in Building, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a Contracts or Project Manager role within Construction or M&E.
• Experience managing construction and property maintenance programmes. MOD project experience is advantageous.
• Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos awareness.
• Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge.
• Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain it) due to the nature of MOD projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and any experience with CAFM software is a plus.

The role will cover 7 sites in the Plymouth area, and the successful candidate will work from their nearest site. This is not a home based role.

• Salary up to £50,000 + Car allowance or Company Car
• Upto 6% employee matched pension contribution
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-sensitive defence projects.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

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