Area Project Manager

Overview

In this Area Project Manager role you will lead a team delivering a portfolio of capital and lifecycle projects across a Defence estate. You will shape programmes from inception through delivery, ensuring safety, quality and value while coordinating with stakeholders and partners. The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on project delivery, offering significant responsibility and direct impact on critical military infrastructure. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and future investment. This is a senior, influence-heavy role with a clear mission to modernise and sustain defence assets.

Pay / Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 6% matched pension contribution
• Private medical cover for you and your partner
• Life assurance (2x salary)

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers with coaching and performance support
• Oversee delivery of multiple construction, refurbishment and infrastructure projects
• Manage programmes, budgets and commercial performance across the area
• Build relationships with stakeholders, customers and delivery partners
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, CDM, and industry standards
• Identify and manage project risks, opportunities and dependencies
• Drive quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction in delivery
• Support sustainability objectives and reduce environmental impact
• Monitor supply chain performance and secure value for money

Key requirements

• Proven experience leading multiple projects or programmes
• Experience managing and developing project delivery teams
• Strong commercial and financial management skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities
• HNC (or equivalent) in Building, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction or a related discipline
• Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM or equivalent)
• IOSH qualification or equivalent health and safety certification
• Full UK Driving Licence

• Stakeholder engagement
• Leadership and mentoring
• Effective communication
• Project delivery
• Programme management
• Budget and cost control

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