Project Manager - DSTL

VIVO Defence; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in Salisbury seeks an experienced Project Manager to ensure the effective delivery of projects. You will oversee operations, manage budgets, and lead teams to maintain high standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in a dynamic environment, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in project management and leading operational teams.
• Experience in site operations and performance management.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and sustainability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective, compliant delivery of Billable Works.
• Oversee performance of supply chain teams.
• Manage budgets and monitor project costs.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Budget management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

HND in Building, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

SMSTS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

Job description

Overview

Who we are VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.

What we do We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.

Location: DSTL, Salisbury - on site role

Permanent, Full time

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Responsibilities

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective, compliant, and timely delivery of Billable Works. This involves working within Government regulatory and statutory requirements, while consistently upholding Health & Safety and Environmental standards. You will oversee the performance of supply chain teams, ensuring that qualified and experienced operatives are deployed appropriately, with the right skills, equipment, and resources to deliver high-quality work safely and efficiently. Monitoring service delivery, reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements, and ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately in the CAFM system will be a central part of your role. You will also work closely with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, site managers, and customer service teams to agree project scopes and priorities, balancing operational needs with available resources.

Strong commercial awareness is essential, as you will manage budgets, monitor project costs, and make sound decisions to ensure value for money. You will be expected to contribute to wider business reporting, including financial progress and milestone payments, while also supporting the management and mitigation of contract risk. Your work will include the development of work plans, forward maintenance schedules, and contributions to wider business planning documents such as IEMPS, ESTS, and ESR.

People leadership plays a vital part in this role. You will support and supervise teams, providing clear direction, assessment, and coaching to ensure work is delivered effectively and to the highest standards. You will act as a key point of contact for end users, building strong relationships with DIO personnel and other stakeholders to provide professional advice, resolve issues, and ensure customer satisfaction. This requires excellent communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to make timely, informed decisions.

What You'll Bring

To be successful, you will bring demonstrable experience in project management, including leading operational teams, managing costs, and achieving KPIs. You should have experience in site operations, performance management, and problem-solving within a construction, property maintenance, or engineering environment. Knowledge of CDM regulations, asbestos management, energy performance, and sustainability requirements will be advantageous, particularly within an MOD context.

A relevant technical qualification, such as an HND in Building, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, is essential, along with a management-level Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS. You will also need strong IT skills across Microsoft Office and CAFM systems, with an ability to use data effectively to monitor performance and identify improvements. Professional development will be supported, and membership of relevant professional bodies, such as APM, is desirable. Additional training in asbestos, legionella, or authorised person responsibilities would be an advantage.

This role requires someone who can lead by example, motivate teams, and maintain a high standard of delivery in a dynamic environment. You will demonstrate emotional intelligence, adaptability, and the ability to negotiate and influence effectively. Above all, you will maintain focus on delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while building strong collaborative relationships that benefit both the business and its customers.

VIVO Defence Services

The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.

At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.

We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.

Due to site restrictions, applicants must be over 18, be British Nationals and able to obtain and retain SC clearance.