Project Manager
Construction & FM Projects
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £79,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
**Security Clearance: DV clearance (Developed Vetting) is absolutely essential. It cannot be obtained on securing the role, it must be already held or lapsed within the last 6 months.**
Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals Only - due to DV clearance
About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Project Manager to join a prestigious programme of construction and infrastructure works in High Wycombe. This role requires an experienced professional with a background in construction, mechanical, electrical or civil engineering, capable of leading complex, high-value projects from inception to completion.
You’ll be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle across multiple schemes valued between £100k and £5 million, delivering excellence in quality, programme control, and stakeholder engagement. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, active DV clearance is essential (or must have lapsed within the past 6 months), with a willingness to undergo further security vetting as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.
- Lead both new build and listed building projects, coordinating all phases from early concept through to project close-out.
- Collaborate with design teams, engineers, supply chain partners and stakeholders to take projects through RIBA Stages 0–7.
- Prepare detailed project scopes, define deliverables, and agree plans with clients, end users, and external consultants.
- Monitor and report on project progress, identifying risks, issues and opportunities and putting effective mitigation in place.
- Maintain close liaison with military stakeholders, building users, and high-security clients, ensuring compliance and effective communication throughout.
- Drive supply chain performance, manage procurement processes, and ensure projects adhere to corporate governance and health & safety protocols.
- A strong technical background in construction, mechanical, electrical or civil engineering.
- DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance is essential (active or lapsed within 6 months).
- Sole UK nationality is required for clearance eligibility.
- Valid CSCS card and SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
- Recognised Health & Safety qualification – IOSH or NEBOSH preferred.
- Solid understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work and experience leading projects through all RIBA stages.
- Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to deliver complex construction projects from pre-construction to completion.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in cost management, budget control, and working with suppliers and contractors.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills – comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams and presenting to clients and end users.
- Lead on high-profile, secure infrastructure projects with national significance.
- Competitive salary of £79,000 plus generous car allowance and comprehensive benefits package.
- Join a supportive and highly professional team in a secure, structured working environment.
- Be part of a business committed to professional development, safety, and technical excellence.
If you’re a driven, experienced Project Manager looking to work on impactful, technically demanding projects, we want to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.