Project Manager & Facilities Manager

SR2 Clean Energy; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean energy firm located in Salisbury is seeking a Facilities Project Manager to lead a major Design & Build programme for a UAV manufacturing operation. The role involves managing projects from early concept and design through to construction, fit-out, and operational handover, in a secure and technically complex environment. Ideal candidates should have strong knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work, experience with relocations, and eligibility for SC Clearance. This high-profile role offers competitive contract rates and the potential for an extended stay.

Qualifications

• Experience in Defence, MOD, Aerospace or regulated environments.
• Strong background in manufacturing, warehouses, labs, offices or production facilities.
• Eligible for SC Clearance (or already cleared).

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full RIBA lifecycle (Stages 0-7).
• Lead pre-construction, design coordination and technical planning.
• Oversee site moves and equipment relocation.

Skills

Proven experience delivering Design & Build or capital projects

Strong knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work

Contractor management and construction delivery experience

Experience with relocations or site expansions

Education

MCIOB or APM qualification

Tools

NEC4

JCT

Job description

Overview

Facilities Project Manager – Design & Build (Capital Projects)
Location: Salisbury / Chilmark (3 days on-site)
Contract: 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35) Likely to be extended to 18+ months
Rate: £500 – £650 per day (DOE)
Clearance: SC Clearance (Active or Clearable)

Role Type

• Capital Projects
• Design & Build (D&B)
• Site Relocation & New Facilities
• RIBA (Stages 0-7)

The Role

An opportunity for an experienced Facilities Project Manager / Capital Projects Manager to deliver a major Design & Build programme for a growing UAV manufacturing operation.

This is not a facilities maintenance role. The position is focused on the creation and transition of new facilities, managing projects from early concept and design through to construction, fit-out and operational handover.

You will lead the delivery of site expansion and relocation activity within a secure, technically complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full RIBA lifecycle (Stages 0-7)
• Lead pre-construction, design coordination and technical planning
• Deliver construction, fit-out and commissioning works
• Oversee site moves and equipment relocation
• Manage contractors and consultants (NEC4 / JCT)
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and H&S standards
• Interface with internal stakeholders, engineers and design teams

Required Experience

• Proven experience delivering Design & Build or capital projects
• Strong knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work
• Background in manufacturing, warehouses, labs, offices or production facilities
• Experience working in Defence, MOD, Aerospace or regulated environments
• Contractor management and construction delivery experience
• NEC4 or JCT contract exposure
• Eligible for SC Clearance (or already cleared)
• Experience with relocations or site expansions

Desirable

• MCIOB or APM qualification
• Background in secure or high-tech manufacturing

Why Apply

This is a high-profile capital programme for a confidential client at a key growth phase. You will be responsible for delivering new operational space from concept to handover, with real ownership of the build programme.

Ideal for a Facilities Project Manager, Capital Projects Manager or Construction Project Manager with strong Design & Build and RIBA experience looking for a technically interesting, delivery-focused contract role.