Project Manager - RAF Croughton

VIVO Defence; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence infrastructure provider in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Billable Works projects across the Ministry of Defence estate. The role requires strong experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and health and safety, along with necessary qualifications in engineering and safety. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to sustainability goals. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

6% employee matched pension contribution

Company car/car allowance

Life assurance at 2 x base salary

25 days annual leave

Single private medical cover

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising teams within a project management setting.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from initiation through to completion.
• Lead and monitor supply chain teams for task deployment.
• Manage work plans and budgets while ensuring value for money.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder engagement

Health and safety knowledge

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

HNC/D qualification in Building, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Recognised health and safety qualification (SMSTS)

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

CAFM tools

Job description

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.

Salary

Up to £50,000 + Company car/car allowance + Benefits

Employment type

Permanent, Full time

Location

On site role

Project Manager - Defence Infrastructure Delivery

As a Project Manager at VIVO Defence Services, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of Billable Works projects across the Ministry of Defence estate. You will take ownership of projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes assessing and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle while maintaining compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Your responsibility will extend to ensuring that delivery meets both statutory and government regulations, as well as the MoD's sustainability targets, with a particular focus on reducing carbon emissions. Working closely with stakeholders—including DIO representatives, site managers, and local customer service teams—you will regularly agree on project scope, priorities, and delivery timelines. You'll ensure that all necessary documentation is properly completed, distributed, and uploaded via platforms like SharePoint and the Maximo system.

You will lead and monitor supply chain teams, ensuring the deployment of suitably qualified and experienced operatives for each task. Your oversight will include reviewing risk assessments and method statements to ensure they meet required standards, while actively supporting the management and mitigation of contract risk. You'll act as a key contact point for addressing and resolving end‑user issues and complaints, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Financial and stakeholder management will be a core aspect of your role. You'll be responsible for setting and managing work plans and budgets, making informed commercial decisions to ensure value for money, and keeping stakeholders aligned and informed through clear, consistent communication. You will also focus on proactive performance management and continuous improvement to deliver optimal project outcomes.

What You'll Bring

To succeed in this role, you will have proven experience supervising teams within a project management setting. This includes leading operational teams to meet KPIs, managing site operations, planning and prioritising work scopes, solving problems in real time, and implementing safe systems of work. Your knowledge of project cost control, stakeholder engagement, and health and safety will be essential.

Academically, you will hold an HNC/D qualification in Building, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or possess equivalent professional experience. A recognised health and safety qualification, such as SMSTS, is essential, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development. Strong IT skills are also a must, including proficiency in Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and CAFM tools.

It would be advantageous to be an Associate Member of a relevant professional body such as APM, RICS, or MCIOB, and to hold additional technical qualifications in asbestos, legionella, or authorised person responsibilities. Familiarity with CAFM applications is also desirable.

You will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, motivating local teams and leading by example. Your ability to influence and negotiate effectively will support delivery across the contract. Adaptability, resilience, and sound decision‑making are vital, as is the capacity to maintain performance and focus in a changing environment.

Technically, you will be responsible for effective resource planning, data analysis, record maintenance, and ensuring value for money by combining technical expertise with practical decision‑making. You'll take full ownership of health and safety implementation and be instrumental in promoting and sharing best practices within the VIVO contract. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in supporting defence infrastructure, leading diverse projects with professionalism and integrity.

You must hold a full UK driving licence and be able to pass SC Clearance to be considered for this position.

What We Offer:

• 6% employee matched pension contribution
• Company car/car allowance
• Life assurance at 2 x base salary
• 25 days annual leave
• Single private medical cover

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.