Project Manager

OCS Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking a Project Manager to lead and coordinate projects from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the construction industry, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset. Key responsibilities include managing the project lifecycle, overseeing subcontractor procurement, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. A diverse workforce is valued, with a focus on an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing the full project lifecycle.
• Ability to manage budgets, costs, and contractual matters.
• Experience managing pre-construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the pre-construction phase.
• Manage construction sequencing and site logistics.
• Proactively identify and resolve project issues.

Skills

Proven experience in project management

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams

Solid understanding of construction programming

Education

SMSTS certification

First Aid certification

Black CSCS Card

Job description

About The Company:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the pre‑construction phase, including planning, design development, programming, and early procurement activities.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
• Chair and attend design team meetings, progress meetings, and client updates, communicating clearly and professionally at all times.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract administration, and performance management.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation, including risk assessments and method statements.
• Manage construction sequencing, sitelogistics, quality assurance, and overall site performance.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues, maintaining strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and the supply chain.
• Deliver projects in line with agreed programme, cost, and quality targets.

Candidate requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Site Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, costs, and contractual matters.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence in client‑facing environments.
• Demonstrable experience managing pre‑construction activities and coordinating design teams.
• Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Solid understanding of construction programming and technical detailing.
• SMSTS, First Aid, and Black CSCS Card are essential.

About The Role:

If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

How to Apply:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.