Property Project Manager - Defib Installation Project

  • BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION
  • 18/03/2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Are you an experienced Project Manager with proven experience in property or estates project management? Have you successfully delivered large-scale installations or fit-out projects?

We re excited to be recruiting a Property Project Manager to help lead one of the most impactful installation programmes in our Retail division. This fixed term role will take a central position in delivering the rollout of vital medical equipment (defibs) across our 670+ BHF retail locations, a project that will directly strengthen the safety and resilience of our shops, customers, volunteers and colleagues.


You ll combine hands on project delivery with strategic oversight, working closely with teams across Retail, Estates and Property, as well as our external partners. Your leadership will ensure installations are delivered smoothly on time and within budget, while keeping disruption to retail operations to a minimum.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high profile programme that supports our mission and makes a meaningful difference across our estate.

You ll deliver a full range of Project Manager services including:

  • Managing end-to-end delivery of installations projects, from planning to completion.
  • Developing and controlling project budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
  • Collaborating with internal teams (Retail, Estates, Facilities, Finance) and external contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Ensuring all works comply with health and safety legislation, building regulations, and BHF policies.
  • Identifying and mitigating project risks, resolving issues promptly.
  • Providing regular progress reports to senior leadership, including KPIs and strategic alignment.
  • Overseeing project documentation and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.


About you

We are looking for someone with proven experience in property or estates project management, ideally in a multi-site environment, such as retail. You'll have a demonstrable track record of delivering large-scale installation, fit-out or similar programmes, from planning to completion.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

  • Excellent organisational, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • A qualification or relevant experience in Project Management, Construction, Surveying or related field, with membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) being desirable.
  • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g. MS Project, Asana).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong understanding of building regulations, lease management, and health & safety compliance.
  • Experience delivering large-scale installations or fit-out projects.
  • Experience managing budgets and working with multiple stakeholders.

Working arrangements

Please note this is a 10 month fixed-term contract. This role will be home based and there will be some travel to our sites and office locations for meetings as needed.

Belonging at BHF

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together.

To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.

Interview process

There will be a two stage interview process, via MS Teams shortly after the closing date.