Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the UK Defence sector is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure projects across the South West. This role involves leading project delivery, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with Defence standards. The position offers a competitive salary, long-term career development, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £80,000

Opportunity to work on nationally important Defence infrastructure programmes

Long-term career development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing infrastructure or construction projects within the Defence sector.
• Understanding of MOD procedures and Defence Estates standards is highly desirable.
• Active Security Clearance (SC) – 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 or degree in construction/project management/engineering

Job description

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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.