Project Manager

ISS Facility Services UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC) across the UK. The role requires managing projects from inception through to completion, with a focus on governance, risk, and supply chain performance.

You will work with internal teams and external customers, ensuring financial performance and delivery excellence across multiple concurrent programs. A full UK driving licence and national travel are required.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC).
• Experience under NEC4 contracts.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel nationally (UK Wide).

Responsibilities

• Lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC).
• Manage projects through the full lifecycle from conception to completion.
• Support the growth of project opportunities across existing customer accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, key accounts, global operations, and external customers.
• Take accountability for project financial performance aligned with business objectives.
• Develop delivery models and manage resources across multiple concurrent projects.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and risk management practices are maintained.
• Manage and develop supply chain performance while implementing best practice processes and procedures to ensure a high standard of service.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Leadership

Health & safety compliance

Tendering & cost estimation

Travel willingness

Education

HNC qualification (or equivalent) in a technical or management discipline

Prince2

APMP

PMP

Tools

NEC4 contracts

RIBA stages

CDM regulations

Job description

Project Manager (MIDLANDS)

Contract: Government

Location: Birmingham (B37 7YN) - with national travel across UK

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Project Manager to implement and sustain a high standard of project delivery, enhancing ISS's position within the project market and supporting growth across existing customer accounts.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced project professional to lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC), managing projects from inception through to completion while overseeing resources, commercial governance, compliance, risk management, and supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC).
• Manage projects through the full lifecycle from conception to completion.
• Support the growth of project opportunities across existing customer accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, key accounts, global operations, and external customers.
• Take accountability for project financial performance aligned with business objectives.
• Develop delivery models and manage resources across multiple concurrent projects.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and risk management practices are maintained.
• Manage and develop supply chain performance while implementing best practice processes and procedures to ensure a high standard of service.

About You:

• Expertise within a Construction, Engineering, or Built Environment discipline.
• Experience delivering projects including; Asset Replacement Programmes, Roofing Projects, CAT A and CAT B Refurbishments and New Modular Buildings.
• Experience working under NEC4 contracts.
• Experience using RIBA stages.
• Experience working in accordance with CDM regulations.
• Demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven experience operating at Project Manager level within the Building Projects and/or Facilities Management industry.
• Demonstrable track record of successfully managing multiple projects and programmes with values ranging from £500k to £1m+.
• Demonstrable experience managing Health & Safety compliance.
• Experience running complex tenders, estimating project costs, and presenting high-quality tender documentation to customers.
• SMSTS, Asbestos Awareness & First Aid qualified.
• HNC qualification (or equivalent) in a technical or management discipline.
• Recognised Project Management qualification such as Prince2, APMP, PMP, or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel nationally (UK Wide) as required.

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The Company

ISS is a global leader in workplace and facilities management, helping organisations create environments where people and businesses can thrive. We partner with clients across sectors - from healthcare to finance to deliver smart, sustainable solutions that improve everyday experiences.

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to diversity, wellbeing, and supporting the Armed Forces community.

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