Property Project Manager

carrington west; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A city-based local authority in Greater London is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead refurbishment and fit-out projects in their Libraries Programme. This hybrid role requires proven experience in delivering property projects, with strong stakeholder management and communication skills. The successful candidate will manage multiple schemes, coordinate community engagement, and ensure compliance with local governance frameworks, all while working collaboratively with various teams. A project management qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering property projects, refurbishments or fit-outs.
• Strong understanding of local government environments.
• Ability to lead complex and politically sensitive projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple property refurbishment and fit-out projects from inception to completion.
• Plan and deliver resident engagement activities.
• Monitor project risks, budgets and timelines.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Communication skills

Governance processes

Education

PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification

Job description

3-Month Contract Inside IR35 £450 per day (Umbrella)
Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days in the office + site visits)

A london based local authority is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a range of refurbishment and fit-out projects within their Libraries Programme.

Role Overview

This role sits within a busy property function responsible for delivering a variety of highly political, complex and community-focused projects. You will manage multiple schemes from early design through to completion, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across Property, Digital Services, and other internal departments.

The position requires a confident project manager who can navigate governance structures, coordinate diverse stakeholders and ensure high-quality project outcomes that meet the needs of local residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple property refurbishment and fit-out projects from inception to completion
• Plan and deliver resident engagement activities, ensuring community input shapes project design
• Work within local authority governance frameworks, ensuring full compliance
• Build strong working relationships across departments and with external consultants and contractors
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and driving projects forward
• Monitor project risks, budgets and timelines, ensuring successful delivery

Requirements

• Proven experience delivering property projects, refurbishments or fit-outs
• Strong understanding of local government environments and governance processes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to lead complex and politically sensitive projects with confidence
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification (desirable)

For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or (url removed)