Project Manager - FM

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Project Manager to lead diverse facilities management projects in the North West of England. This dynamic role involves overseeing the delivery of refurbishment and lifecycle projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and budget adherence. The ideal candidate will possess strong stakeholder management skills and relevant project management qualifications, ready to make a significant impact in a vibrant working environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values excellence and innovation in project delivery.

Benefits

Vehicle or Allowance

25 Days Annual Leave

Public Holidays

Excellent Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing facilities-related projects.
• Strong knowledge of building services and FM operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery from inception to handover.
• Track budgets and manage cost variations.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment

Education

PRINCE2 Certification

APM Certification

SMSTS Certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager – FM

Location: Manchester, North West

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Vehicle or Allowance + Bonus + 25 days annual leave + public holidays & excellent company benefits

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join one of the UK's leading FM service providers. This key role involves delivering lifecycle, refurbishment, and small works projects across a diverse commercial & industrial portfolio in the North West of England. You will play a vital role in ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining operational continuity for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage end-to-end project delivery from inception through to handover, including planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out.
2. Oversee minor works, fit-outs, refurbishments, and lifecycle replacement projects across occupied buildings.
3. Work closely with clients, FM teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure alignment on scope, quality, and compliance.
4. Develop project programmes and manage performance against agreed milestones.
5. Ensure CDM, health & safety, and statutory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
6. Track budgets, manage cost variations, and deliver monthly reporting to stakeholders.
7. Conduct risk assessments and proactively mitigate issues.
8. Support continuous improvement across the project management function.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience managing facilities-related projects (e.g., M&E upgrades, office refurbishments, building fabric, M&E replacements).
• Strong knowledge of building services, FM operations, and working in live environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Project or similar planning tools.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent).
• SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH certifications.

Sound of interest? Please apply via this advert, and a member of the Facilitate Search team will be in touch. Alternatively, please call me directly on the contact number provided.