Project Manager

Mane Contract Services; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Defence infrastructure is seeking a Project Manager to lead high-value projects across military buildings in South West England. The role involves managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with Defence standards. This position offers a competitive salary up to £80,000 and long-term career development in a secure sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £80,000

Opportunity to work on nationally important Defence infrastructure programmes

Long-term career development

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing infrastructure or construction projects within Defence or regulated sectors.
• Understanding of MOD procedures and Defence Estates standards is highly desirable.
• Active Security Clearance (SC) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Defence estate infrastructure and facilities projects.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and risk management across multiple sites.
• Produce and present regular progress reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

APM

PRINCE2

PMP

RICS

Degree in Construction/Project Management/Engineering

Job description

Project Manager – Defence Infrastructure & Facilities

Location: South West England

Salary: Up to £80,000 DOE

Security Clearance: Required

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in delivering infrastructure projects within the Defence sector? A leading organisation delivering critical infrastructure and facilities projects across the UK Defence estate is seeking a driven and capable Project Manager to join their team.

This role offers the chance to lead high-value projects focused on military buildings and facilities across the South West, playing a vital role in supporting national defence capability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Defence estate infrastructure and facilities projects
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and risk management across multiple sites
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including contractors and MOD representatives
• Ensure all works comply with Defence standards, health and safety regulations, and environmental objectives
• Produce and present regular progress reports to internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing infrastructure or construction projects within the Defence or similarly regulated sectors
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Understanding of MOD procedures and Defence Estates standards is highly desirable
• Active Security Clearance (SC) – essential
• Relevant qualifications such as APM, PRINCE2, PMP, RICS or degree in construction/project management/engineering

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £80,000, depending on experience
• The opportunity to work on nationally important Defence infrastructure programmes
• Long-term career development in a secure and growing sector
• Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative team environment

To register your interest or find out more, apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation.