Project Manager

National Projects Manager (Capital & Repair Works)

8-10 Week Contract Hybrid £400 per dayLocation: Hybrid - based from Swindon or Bridtol Office

Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager with a passion for historic and listed buildings? Our client, a national public sector organisation, is seeking a National Projects Manager to lead and deliver a range of capital and repair works across their estate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major national organisation and play a key role in shaping and safeguarding their built environment.

The Role

As the National Projects Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of capital and repair projects across a diverse UK property portfolio. Your role will include:

• Managing end-to-end delivery of construction and repair projects, ensuring they meet statutory, regulatory and organisational standards.
• Leading internal project teams, external consultants and contractors.
• Developing business cases, tender documents and leading procurement processes in line with organisational and public sector requirements.
• Ensuring compliance across Health & Safety, CDM, JCT contract requirements, security and governance standards.
• Creating and maintaining robust project documentation, risk registers and controls aligned with RIBA Plan of Work and Government Functional Standard for Project Delivery .
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders including technical specialists, estates and facilities teams.
• Acting as a key contributor to Project Boards and Working Groups, advising on progress, risks and strategic decisions.
• Supporting continuous improvement, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to post-project evaluation and lessons learned.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong experience in construction project management, specifically involving listed and historic buildings.
• Excellent understanding of traditional and modern building methods, materials, defects and appropriate repair/maintenance approaches.
• Proven experience in budget management, procurement, and construction contract management, including risk management.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.