Project Manager - Property & Facilities / CAFM

Red King Resourcing; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager in IT systems to lead procurement for Property and Facilities Management Systems. This role involves managing the RFP process and collaborating with stakeholders to define system requirements. Candidates should have experience in IT systems procurement within property management. The position requires hybrid work in London with a focus on innovation and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT systems procurement or RFP processes within property or facilities management.
• Understanding of CAFM, IWMS, or asset management systems.
• Experience collaborating with procurement, IT, and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end RFP process for selecting IT vendors.
• Develop and manage the project plan and governance framework.
• Coordinate vendor communications and manage risk.

Skills

Project Management

IT systems procurement

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

CAFM, IWMS, asset management systems

Education

Project management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP, APM)

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - IT Systems (Property & Facilities / CAFM)
Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term / Contract

Duration: 6 months initially

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a critical procurement project for the selection and implementation planning of Property and Facilities Management Systems (CAFM / IWMS). The successful candidate will manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, engaging with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure a transparent, structured, and effective selection process for new IT systems.

This role sits within a forward-thinking organisation undergoing digital transformation in its property and facilities management operations. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the systems landscape that supports core estate and asset management functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end RFP process for selecting IT vendors for property and facilities management systems.
• Develop and manage the project plan, timeline, and governance framework.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define system requirements and evaluation criteria.
• Coordinate market engagement, tender documentation, and vendor communications.
• Facilitate vendor demonstrations, scoring, and selection workshops.
• Manage risk, budget, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide structured updates to senior management and project sponsors.
• Ensure all procurement and compliance processes are followed in line with organisational policy.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager managing IT systems procurement or RFP processes, ideally within property, real estate, or facilities management.
• Understanding of CAFM, IWMS, or asset management systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working with procurement, IT, and operational teams in a collaborative environment.
• Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM) preferred.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the London office.
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

This role is Inside IR35 and 3 days a week onsite in London, please ONLY send an up to date CV if these terms are acceptable for an immediate response and more information on a fantastic opportunity with a truly great Client.