Hays Construction and Property
Salisbury, Wiltshire
Your new company We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation that delivers facilities management and accommodation maintenance services across the UK Defence estate, supporting military personnel and their operational requirements. Your new role We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Compliance Project Manager to lead the delivery of Billable Works projects across residential properties throughout the South East and South West regions. This is a key position responsible for managing a varied portfolio of compliance, maintenance, and improvement projects, ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose while delivering an excellent customer experience. Key Responsibilities Manage projects from initial planning through to completion and handover. Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with contractual obligations. Coordinate project delivery with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, operational teams, contractors, and supply chain partners. Oversee procurement activities, contractor performance, programme management, and project governance. Monitor project budgets, financial performance, and commercial outcomes, identifying opportunities to maximise value and improve efficiency. Manage project risks and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, contractual requirements, and JSP standards. Promote and maintain a strong Safety First culture, ensuring adherence to Health & Safety regulations, CDM requirements, and asbestos management procedures. Utilise asset condition and compliance data to support future works programmes and long-term investment planning. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Provide regular project updates, manage expectations, and minimise disruption during project delivery. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing project performance, supply chain effectiveness, sustainability, and carbon reduction objectives. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience delivering construction, compliance, infrastructure, property, or facilities management projects within a complex operational environment. Demonstrable track record of managing projects from inception through to completion and handover. Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, financial performance, and contract delivery. Sound understanding of project governance, risk management, and performance reporting. Excellent knowledge of project management principles, construction methodologies, and Health, Safety & Environmental legislation. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on quality, compliance, programme delivery, and customer satisfaction. Experience working within defence infrastructure, social housing, facilities management, construction, or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous. Confident communicator with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors, residents, and senior stakeholders. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions, resolve issues, and drive successful outcomes. Organised and proactive leader capable of managing contractor performance and coordinating multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management systems such as Maximo. Committed to delivering excellent customer service, continuous improvement, and safe, high-quality project outcomes. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required. What you'll get in return A competitive salary between 45- 50K per annum plus the below: 6% employee matched pension contribution Company car/car allowance 25 days annual leave Single private medical cover Life assurance 2x annual salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Your new company We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation that delivers facilities management and accommodation maintenance services across the UK Defence estate, supporting military personnel and their operational requirements. Your new role We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Compliance Project Manager to lead the delivery of Billable Works projects across residential properties throughout the South East and South West regions. This is a key position responsible for managing a varied portfolio of compliance, maintenance, and improvement projects, ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and fit for purpose while delivering an excellent customer experience. Key Responsibilities Manage projects from initial planning through to completion and handover. Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with contractual obligations. Coordinate project delivery with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, operational teams, contractors, and supply chain partners. Oversee procurement activities, contractor performance, programme management, and project governance. Monitor project budgets, financial performance, and commercial outcomes, identifying opportunities to maximise value and improve efficiency. Manage project risks and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, contractual requirements, and JSP standards. Promote and maintain a strong Safety First culture, ensuring adherence to Health & Safety regulations, CDM requirements, and asbestos management procedures. Utilise asset condition and compliance data to support future works programmes and long-term investment planning. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Provide regular project updates, manage expectations, and minimise disruption during project delivery. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing project performance, supply chain effectiveness, sustainability, and carbon reduction objectives. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience delivering construction, compliance, infrastructure, property, or facilities management projects within a complex operational environment. Demonstrable track record of managing projects from inception through to completion and handover. Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, financial performance, and contract delivery. Sound understanding of project governance, risk management, and performance reporting. Excellent knowledge of project management principles, construction methodologies, and Health, Safety & Environmental legislation. Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on quality, compliance, programme delivery, and customer satisfaction. Experience working within defence infrastructure, social housing, facilities management, construction, or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous. Confident communicator with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, contractors, residents, and senior stakeholders. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions, resolve issues, and drive successful outcomes. Organised and proactive leader capable of managing contractor performance and coordinating multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management systems such as Maximo. Committed to delivering excellent customer service, continuous improvement, and safe, high-quality project outcomes. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required. What you'll get in return A competitive salary between 45- 50K per annum plus the below: 6% employee matched pension contribution Company car/car allowance 25 days annual leave Single private medical cover Life assurance 2x annual salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
MAINSTAY RECRUITMENT SOLUTIONS LTD
City, York
Service Manager Permanent Full Time Imphal Barracks 38,000 - 42,000 + Benefits The Role Our client is seeking an experienced Service Manager to oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services across the Ministry of Defence estate at Imphal Barracks. This role is responsible for ensuring maintenance activities are delivered in accordance with statutory legislation, MoD mandatory requirements, and company Health, Safety and Environmental standards, while achieving performance, quality, and value for money objectives. You will work closely with operational teams, supply chain partners, and Defence stakeholders to ensure maintenance services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Alongside the day-to-day management of maintenance delivery, you will support the successful delivery of small Billable Works projects, provide technical guidance to stakeholders, and contribute to forward maintenance planning, ensuring the contract continues to operate safely, compliantly, and commercially. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services across the Defence estate, ensuring all works are completed safely, on time, and in line with contractual requirements. Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, MoD mandatory requirements, and Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Coordinate internal teams and supply chain partners, ensuring suitably qualified operatives are deployed with the correct skills, equipment, and authorisations. Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring safe systems of work are implemented across all maintenance activities. Monitor service delivery performance against KPIs, quality standards, and customer expectations. Manage maintenance activity through CAFM systems, ensuring all works are accurately recorded and supporting documentation is completed within required timescales. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Act as a key point of contact for operational issues and customer concerns, ensuring queries and complaints are resolved professionally and efficiently. Support the development and delivery of small Billable Works projects, including producing rough orders of cost and overseeing delivery through to completion. Provide technical advice and operational support to site teams and customers to ensure effective estate management. Lead, supervise, and coach operational teams, promoting a positive safety culture and driving high standards of performance. Support forward maintenance planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the contract. Monitor operational costs, identify risks, and contribute to the commercial performance of the contract through effective planning and decision making. Candidate Requirements / Skills & Experience Required Proven experience managing planned and reactive maintenance services within a facilities management, construction, engineering, or Defence environment. Experience leading operational teams and coordinating subcontractors to deliver maintenance services safely and efficiently. Strong understanding of statutory compliance, planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, and safe systems of work. Experience delivering or supporting small works or minor project delivery is highly desirable. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance operational priorities against cost and value for money. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships across customers, contractors, and internal teams. Confident decision-maker with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead teams effectively. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and CAFM systems. Technical competency within building services, engineering, or hard facilities management is essential. Qualifications & Training HNC in Building, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. Management-level Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS. Strong working knowledge of CAFM systems. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Experience undertaking Authorised Person responsibilities. Qualifications or experience relating to Legionella, Asbestos, Confined Spaces, or Working at Height. Previous experience working within a Ministry of Defence or other highly regulated environment.
Service Manager Permanent Full Time Imphal Barracks 38,000 - 42,000 + Benefits The Role Our client is seeking an experienced Service Manager to oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services across the Ministry of Defence estate at Imphal Barracks. This role is responsible for ensuring maintenance activities are delivered in accordance with statutory legislation, MoD mandatory requirements, and company Health, Safety and Environmental standards, while achieving performance, quality, and value for money objectives. You will work closely with operational teams, supply chain partners, and Defence stakeholders to ensure maintenance services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Alongside the day-to-day management of maintenance delivery, you will support the successful delivery of small Billable Works projects, provide technical guidance to stakeholders, and contribute to forward maintenance planning, ensuring the contract continues to operate safely, compliantly, and commercially. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services across the Defence estate, ensuring all works are completed safely, on time, and in line with contractual requirements. Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, MoD mandatory requirements, and Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Coordinate internal teams and supply chain partners, ensuring suitably qualified operatives are deployed with the correct skills, equipment, and authorisations. Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring safe systems of work are implemented across all maintenance activities. Monitor service delivery performance against KPIs, quality standards, and customer expectations. Manage maintenance activity through CAFM systems, ensuring all works are accurately recorded and supporting documentation is completed within required timescales. Build and maintain strong working relationships with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. Act as a key point of contact for operational issues and customer concerns, ensuring queries and complaints are resolved professionally and efficiently. Support the development and delivery of small Billable Works projects, including producing rough orders of cost and overseeing delivery through to completion. Provide technical advice and operational support to site teams and customers to ensure effective estate management. Lead, supervise, and coach operational teams, promoting a positive safety culture and driving high standards of performance. Support forward maintenance planning, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the contract. Monitor operational costs, identify risks, and contribute to the commercial performance of the contract through effective planning and decision making. Candidate Requirements / Skills & Experience Required Proven experience managing planned and reactive maintenance services within a facilities management, construction, engineering, or Defence environment. Experience leading operational teams and coordinating subcontractors to deliver maintenance services safely and efficiently. Strong understanding of statutory compliance, planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, and safe systems of work. Experience delivering or supporting small works or minor project delivery is highly desirable. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance operational priorities against cost and value for money. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships across customers, contractors, and internal teams. Confident decision-maker with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead teams effectively. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and CAFM systems. Technical competency within building services, engineering, or hard facilities management is essential. Qualifications & Training HNC in Building, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. Management-level Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS. Strong working knowledge of CAFM systems. Full UK driving licence. Desirable: Experience undertaking Authorised Person responsibilities. Qualifications or experience relating to Legionella, Asbestos, Confined Spaces, or Working at Height. Previous experience working within a Ministry of Defence or other highly regulated environment.
