PROJECT MANAGER

Wrexham AFC; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading football club in Wrexham is seeking a Project Manager to oversee facilities improvements and capital projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management and construction knowledge, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and operational efficiency. This role involves collaborating across departments to ensure successful project execution and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering capital projects.
• Ability to foresee and prepare for project requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant building and football regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of capital projects including planning, design, and commissioning.
• Monitor and manage project progress while responding to challenges.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Construction Knowledge

Facility Management

Communication Skills

Education

Project Management qualification preferred

Job description

Overview

Wrexham AFC (the Club) has progressed from National League to the Championship and requires improvement to the size and quality of its infrastructure facilities. This includes the StoK Cae Ras (stadium), training ground, academy facility, women’s stadium and training facilities, retail and offices. Several smaller projects will be progressed in parallel to improve facilities for the Club’s stakeholders.

The Project Manager will form the day-to-day contact for all major capital projects. The role will optimise project execution to ensure that projects are delivered effectively and in line with key KPIs including time, cost and quality. The role will involve working collaboratively across departments, including commercial, operations, marketing and finance. The role will shape the long-term future of the organisation within a positive, forward-thinking and collaborative culture and environment.

Main Responsibilities

New Facilities / Projects

• Project Delivery: Day-to-day lead for capital projects, including feasibility, planning, design, delivery, handover and commissioning.
• Project Management: Monitor and manage project progress, proactively responding to project requirements and challenges.
• Project Quality: Monitor project delivery against specifications and quality requirements.
• Financial Management: Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement, and resources to ensure optimal delivery.
• External Consultant Management: Lead multidisciplinary teams of external consultants including project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants.
• Project Governance: Establish and enforce strong project governance and reporting systems, including preparing and presenting regular progress reports.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and assess project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g., finance, operations, legal) and external parties (e.g., regulatory bodies, contractors, vendors).
• Operational Efficiency: Enable implementation of best practices and process improvements for operations within the Club’s facilities.
• Innovation: Drive innovation by exploring new technologies, practices and partnerships that can enhance the Club’s operations and brand.
• Health and Safety and Regulation: Ensure all projects are delivered safely, and compliant with relevant environmental and regulatory standards.

Operating Sites

• Maintenance and Refurbishment: Proactive identification and progression of maintenance projects, working closely with the existing stadium operations team.
• Multi-Site Oversight: Support facility operations across all Club sites including stadiums, training grounds, academy, retail and office spaces, ensuring consistent standards and operational excellence.
• Maintenance Strategy: Develop and implement a structured pre-emptive and preventative maintenance programme across all sites to minimise downtime and extend asset life.
• Compliance Management: Ensure all Club facilities meet statutory and regulatory compliance requirements, including building regulations, fire safety, accessibility and environmental standards.
• Asset Management: Maintain accurate records of facility assets, warranties and service histories to support lifecycle planning and capital replacement strategies.
• Contractor Coordination: Oversee service contracts and performance of external FM providers, ensuring delivery of agreed KPIs and SLAs.
• Emergency Preparedness: Support the development and testing of emergency response plans, including evacuation procedures and business continuity strategies.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Promote energy efficiency and sustainability across Club facilities, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Facility Audits: Conduct regular inspections, record evidence for audits, identify risks, maintenance needs and opportunities for improvement.
• Operational Integration: Work closely with stadium operations and other site managers to align project delivery with day-to-day facility needs and operational priorities.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• We are committed to ensuring everyone who engages with the Club has a positive, safe and supportive experience. Staff are required to comply with all aspects of the Club Safeguarding Policies and arrangements and to take personal responsibility and care to enable strong safeguarding practices to be embedded in the Club.
• This post is subject to a DBS Check.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Take responsibility and care for the health and safety of yourself and other employees and members of the public who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
• To comply with all aspects of the Club’s Health & Safety Policy and arrangements, to enable the company to perform its civil and statutory obligations in relation to Health & Safety.

Equality, Diversity And Inclusion Responsibilities

• Hold a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

About The Candidate

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Proven experience delivering capital projects.
• Construction knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge and experience of Facility Management.
• Experience of managing external contracts.
• Knowledge of sports facilities, the development and operation of (preferably football).
• Ability to navigate complex challenges and drive informed decision-making.
• Ability to foresee and prepare for project requirements.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and cross-department collaboration.
• Knowledge of relevant building and football regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Project Management qualification preferred (but not essential).

About The Club

CODE OF CONDUCT

Wrexham Football Club expects the highest standards of integrity and conduct in all matters concerning the Club and its employees. The Code of Conduct explains the responsibilities of the Club as the employer. All employees are expected to act in the interests of the Club. Any conduct detrimental to its interests or its relations with customers, suppliers, the public or damaging to its public image shall be a breach of Club rules and policies. Discriminatory, offensive and violent behaviour are unacceptable, and any complaints or concerns will be dealt with and acted upon.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Wrexham Football Club is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion of opportunity at the heart of everything we do to provide fair and non-prejudicial access to the Club’s services. No person shall be discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics. The Club may welcome “entry level” applications from women, individuals from Black and Minority Ethnicities, the LGBT community and anyone with a disability.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Wrexham Football Club is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults; the Club complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes to treat all applicants fairly. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a candidate from working with the Club. Potential applicants should check government guidance on disclosing cautions/convictions as part of their application.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment (continued)

The Club’s safeguarding practices include Safer Recruitment and collaboration with families, relevant local authorities and the appropriate authorities.