Project Manager (Construction)

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent government agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of critical construction projects, including embassies and secure facilities. The successful candidate will manage deliveries of up to £5m, requiring expertise in stakeholder management and project oversight. Benefits include a competitive salary, Civil Service pension, and location allowances for London and Hanslope Park. Join a diverse team committed to excellence.

Benefits

Civil Service pension

Location allowances (£1,750 in Hanslope Park, £5,000 in London)

Qualifications

• Experienced project managers with a track record in large, complex estates and construction projects.
• Ability to deliver projects under pressure and across multiple projects.
• Knowledge of procurement and managing change.

Responsibilities

• Deliver diverse projects in unique locations, managing end-to-end delivery.
• Plan work schedules, manage contracts and resources.
• Negotiate and administer agreements, meet stakeholders, and ensure quality.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Financial management

Education

PRINCE2 Practitioner or APM PMQ

Tools

CDM 2015 knowledge

NEC contract knowledge

Job description

If you’re looking for something more from your next project management opportunity, you’ll find it at FCDO Services.

With responsibility to deliver a £50million+ portfolio of projects on government properties across the globe, we deliver a range of critical construction projects for our customers – including small refurbishments, new embassy builds, secure bunkers, flood or earthquake repairs, all with security at their core. Join us to oversee these unique projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet high standards of quality and security.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver diverse projects in unique locations, managing end-to-end delivery of secure construction and estates projects up to £5m.
2. Plan work schedules, manage contracts and resources, budgets, risks, and project changes.
3. Negotiate and administer agreements, contribute to design, meet stakeholders, chair meetings, and ensure value for money and quality.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Experienced project managers with a track record in large, complex estates and construction projects.
2. PRINCE2 Practitioner or APM PMQ qualifications, knowledge of CDM 2015 and NEC contracts.
3. Skills in procurement, risk, financial management, and managing change.
4. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
5. Ability to deliver consistently under pressure and across multiple projects.

Career Opportunities:

Work on projects that keep information, assets, and people safe worldwide, with variety in project types, clients, and locations. Based in the UK, with options to work in London or Hanslope Park, and travel overseas depending on project needs.

Benefits include salary, Civil Service pension, location allowances (£1,750 in Hanslope Park, £5,000 in London), and security clearance via DV process.

Explore our work virtually at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk. Join an inclusive, diverse team committed to protecting a diverse world, recognized as a Disability Confident and Carer Confident employer.