Project Manager - FM

Facilitate Search Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FM service provider in the UK seeks a Project Manager for lifecycle and refurbishment projects in Manchester. In this pivotal role, you will ensure project delivery on time and within budget while maintaining standards in operational continuity. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong stakeholder management, facilities project experience, and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Vehicle or Allowance

25 Days Annual Leave

Excellent Company Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing facilities-related projects.
• Knowledge of building services and FM operations.
• Relevant project management qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery including planning and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Track budgets and deliver reporting to stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

FM Operations Knowledge

Education

PRINCE2 or APM Qualification

SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager FM
Location: Manchester, North West
Salary: GBP60,000 - GBP70,000 + Vehicle or Allowance + Bonus + 25 days annual leave + public holidays & Excellent company benefits scheme

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end project delivery from inception through to handover, including planning, procurement, delivery, and close-out.

• Oversee minor works, fit-outs, refurbishments, and lifecycle replacement projects across occupied buildings.

• Work closely with clients, FM teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure alignment on scope, quality, and compliance.

• Develop project programmes and manage performance against agreed milestones.

• Ensure CDM, health & safety, and statutory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

• Track budgets, manage cost variations, and deliver monthly reporting to stakeholders.

• Conduct risk assessments and proactively mitigate issues.

• 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 preferred.

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.