Project Manager

TieTalent; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Southampton is seeking a skilled project manager for construction-related projects. The role involves overseeing refurbishment and fit-out works, managing external consultants, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Ideal candidates hold a relevant qualification and have extensive project management experience in the construction industry. This position offers flexible working options and a range of benefits, including a significant pension contribution.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave

8 Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects within construction, including refurbishment works.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Understanding of building regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage building and refurbishment works in line with business objectives.
• Oversee external consultants and contractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered efficiently and meet organizational goals.

Skills

Project management

Construction industry knowledge

Health & Safety compliance

Education

Recognised qualification in property-related discipline

Job description

About

Location: Southampton (Hybrid)

Salary: £34,233 - ACivil Service Pensionwith an employer contribution of 28.97%

Contract Type: Fixed term for 2 years Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

We are seeking a skilled professional to deliver cost, contract, and project management services across a range of building, refurbishment, and fit-out projects. You will manage both capital and revenue works, ensuring they are delivered efficiently and in line with organisational priorities. This is a key role requiring strong operational and project leadership to support the successful planning and execution of construction-related initiatives that enhance our built environment and meet strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Manage a series of building, refurbishment and fit out works in accordance with business case objectives.
• Manage appropriate external consultants, building surveyors, engineers to support project works.
• Procure contractors in accordance with the Agencys policies and procedures.
  
  

Benefits

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensionshere
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
• 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the Kings birthday.
• Access to the staff discount portal.
• Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
• Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
  
  

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About You

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

• A recognised qualification in a relevant property-related discipline, with membership of a professional body such as APM, RICS, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Knowledge and experience in managing projects within the construction industry, including fit-out and refurbishment works.
• Proven ability to successfully deliver a variety of new build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• A clear understanding of the Health & Safety at Work Act, compliance requirements, building legislation, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM), Building Regulations, and industry best practice.
  
  

TITL1_UKTJ

• Southampton, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Work experience

• General Project Management
  
  

Languages

• English