Project Manager in Manchester

Equans is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Manchester on a 6 month FTC. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

Working on a prestigious government account, the post holder will be responsible for managing a variety of small works from £25k-£1M. The post holder will also be responsible for generating and delivering a variety of FM Project Works on our customers' sites across the UK to meet the needs of the business. The role requires site visits in and around the northwest of England.

We are looking for an experienced project manager with experience within the FM industry. A confident communicator able to balance the needs of all stakeholders, clients, and suppliers. Candidate required to obtain BPSS clearance prior to commencing.

What will you deliver?

• Identify and generate project work opportunities from within a set portfolio of maintenance contracts.
• Liaise with key stakeholders on their requirements and explain the feasibility of their schemes to become a trusted advisor.
• Work with developers, designers, and sub-contractors to define and document scope(s) of work(s).
• Develop and understand the full scope of works in line with the desired project business case and outcome, within agreed budget requirements and profit margins.
• Manage, run, and draw up tenders on behalf of the customer as required. Carry out full tender analysis of all sub-contractor returns.
• Ensure all project works are compliant with CDM 2015.
• Identify, reduce, and manage all statutory and commercial risks associated with the project.
• Ensure EQUANS SHEQ practices and processes are fully embedded in each project.
• Ensure full compliance with project management policies and procedures.
• Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of the project(s) "end to end" including estimating, business development, quantity surveying, sub-contractor management, and site manager duties.
• Work closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
• Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans.
• Mutually agree payment schedules and applications for payment to the benefit of the project and the business.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored.
• Provide timely monthly reports to the Head of Projects/Sector Director in an agreed format.

What can we offer you?

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a Project Management role.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to understand commercial and financial metrics.
• Ability to deliver to deadlines.
• Fully competent with Project Management methodology.
• Broad understanding of construction Health and Safety law and legislation.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services - with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy, and decentralised renewables. Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations, and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work, and live. Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals, and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans, we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; should you join Equans, you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team, not direct to Equans Managers.