Senior Project Manager

Manchester Arndale; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a solution-driven Senior Project Manager to lead multi-disciplinary projects across HVAC, M&E and fit-out/building fabric works in the UK. You will manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring resource efficiency and delivery within budgets and timescales.

Working with the Regional Operations Manager, you will develop client proposals, manage relationships, and lead project teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience delivering comparable projects.
• Experience in office refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and plan resources.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Deadline-driven with commitment to personal and team development.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and define project KPIs.
• Develop proposals meeting scope, budget and programme.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage project teams and supply chain partners.
• Chair and record project meetings.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.
• Engage suppliers and subcontractors to optimise solutions.
• Maintain financial control and report changes.

Skills

Project leadership

Resource planning

Team management

Communication skills

Deadline-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Excel

Word

Project

PowerPoint

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment

About The Role:

Working Hours:Mon - Thurs 08:00 - 17:00 & Fri - 08:00 - 15:30
We are looking for a solution-driven Senior Project Manager to deliver multidisciplinary projects across HVAC, M&E and fit-out/building fabric works. Projects vary in size, scope and complexity, requiring a flexible, proactive approach and the ability to recognise when additional support is needed.

The Frameworks Division has a healthy pipeline of projects through multi-year national client frameworks, including DWP, GPA, CCS, NatWest Critical Environment & CIP, Scottish Water, ScottishPower, SSE, Brookfield Properties, Pagabo and Fusion21.

Working alongside the Regional Operations Manager, you will manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring efficient use of resources and delivery within agreed budgets and timescales.

Client Management

• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, understanding their requirements and perspectives.
• Develop project proposals that meet the client’s scope, budget and programme.
• Agree measurable KPIs and ensure client satisfaction.

Resource Management

• Manage, develop and empower project teams, setting clear targets and maximising efficiency.
• Manage supply chain partners and support contract mobilisation.
• Ensure project personnel have the skills and training required for their roles.
• Work closely with Commercial, Health & Safety and Procurement teams.

Engineering & Project Delivery

• Develop client scopes, technical solutions, proposals and costs with the wider OCS team.
• Engage suppliers and subcontractors to optimise solutions.
• Deliver design and build projects and manage building services installations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation.
• Organise, chair and record project meetings.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget, driving continuous improvement.

Commercial

• Develop knowledge of NEC and other forms of contract.
• Maintain financial control, maximise opportunities and improve margins.
• Manage contract changes and ensure timely reporting.

Experience & Skills

• A minimum of five years’ experience delivering comparable projects.
• Experience in office refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently, plan resources and recognise when support is needed.
• Proven ability to manage, develop and motivate a team.
• A deadline-driven approach and commitment to personal and team development.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, Project and PowerPoint.

Personal Qualities

• Flexible approach, including travel between UK locations.
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
• Professional manner and excellent customer service skills.
• Confident, enthusiastic and reliable.
• Understanding of legislative requirements affecting the business, clients and employees.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.