Project Manager- Fulwood Barracks

Mainstay Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee critical facilities management and construction projects across military sites in the UK. The successful candidate will lead projects from inception through completion, ensuring compliance and quality standards are met. Strong project management experience, stakeholder engagement, and relevant technical qualifications are essential for this full-time role offering a salary up to £45,000, plus benefits including a company car.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

6% matched pension contribution

Company car or car allowance

Single private medical cover

Life assurance (2x annual salary)

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in facilities, construction, or estates management.
• Strong background in managing contractors and budgets.
• Experience in supervising site operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of small to medium-scale projects from scoping to handover.
• Engage with MOD stakeholders to define requirements.
• Manage project budgets, risks, and schedules.

Skills

Project management experience in facilities

Contractor management

Health & Safety management

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

Relevant technical qualification in Building, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Health & Safety management qualification (e.g. SMSTS)

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Project Manager - Defence Estate (Facilities Management & Construction Projects)

Location: Based from Fulwood Barracks, Dale Barracks, Weeton Barracks, Hightown Barracks, or RAF Woodvale (travel across all sites required)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Up to £45,000 plus Company Car or Car Allowance

About the Role

Mainstay Recruitment are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of delivering key Billable Works projects across the Defence estate. These projects support the operational effectiveness of military sites and their occupants, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

You will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from initial requirement identification through to design, tendering, delivery, and final handover. The role involves working closely with MOD stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to ensure all projects meet strict compliance, safety, quality, and sustainability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of small to medium-scale projects from scoping to handover
• Engage with MOD and DIO stakeholders to define requirements and develop effective project briefs
• Manage design development, tender preparation, and contractor selection
• Ensure value for money, quality, and compliance across all works
• Monitor on-site activity to enforce Health, Safety & Environmental standards
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure suitable qualifications and RAMS are in place
• Manage project budgets, risks, and schedules in alignment with operational priorities
• Maintain accurate documentation in internal systems such as Maximo and SharePoint
• Support sustainability objectives, including carbon reduction targets

What You'll Need

• Proven project management experience in facilities, construction, or estates management
• Strong background in managing contractors, budgets, and health & safety requirements
• Experience in supervising site operations and multiple workstreams
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Problem-solving ability and confidence in decision-making under pressure
• Relevant technical qualification in Building, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Health & Safety management qualification (e.g. SMSTS or equivalent)

What's on Offer

• 25 days annual leave
• 6% matched pension contribution
• Company car or car allowance
• Single private medical cover
• Life assurance (2x annual salary)

If you would like to apply for this role, please do so by following the link on this page or for more information call Mainstay Recruitment and ask to speak to Will