9,701 Projects Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

At War Child UK we react to ever changing environments, unique opportunities and exciting projects with one clear mission, to support children in conflict around the globe. Whilst your remit is wide, as Special Projects Manager, your role is all about being ‘the glue’ connecting all the strands together to deliver successful campaigns, bringing together experts and optimising opportunities with transformative potential for War Child UK.  

We are a multi-award winning, creative and innovative organisation and the Creative Industries team is as the heart of the fundraising we do. Working on critical cross-department projects, campaigns and initiatives, you will help to drive strategic planning and delivery across War Child’s highly ambitious and successful fundraising operations by being highly effective and managing end-to-end projects to achieve their desired results. You will maximise our ability to raise money by overseeing and implementing professional project delivery across the organisation, supporting colleagues to deliver activations and achieve results.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you.  Below are some of the experiences and qualities we’re looking for. 

• Someone who can bring experience and best practice from a dynamic range of projects or campaigns to date.
• Someone with strong inter-personal skills and able to confidently build relationships across different stakeholders, departments and teams.
• Able to model excellent end to end project management and provide methodical ways of working that should maximise opportunities and efficiencies.
• Driven by compelling storytelling and working in a creative environment.
• Highly resilient, with the ability to bring clarity when working in ambiguous circumstances, managing multiple workflows at any one time.
• Able to effectively delegate across teams to meet deadlines, manage priorities and hit ambitious targets.
• Familiar with a range of project management methodologies and tools.
• An excellent communicator and confident providing regular updates and recommendations.
• Highly organised and able to create high quality project documentation across timelines, budgets and presentations.
• Well versed in trends in the fundraising industry with the willingness to stay up to date on the latest developments that could create opportunities for War Child.

What we can offer you

At War Child, we genuinely value different ways of working. From day one, we’re open to discussing flexible options, including hybrid working, flexible hours and compressed hours. Our goal is to support our employees to do their best work while ensuring we continue to deliver for children affected by conflict. Some of our benefits include:

• Flexible working culture and flexible public holidays
• 28 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus bank holidays, which increases by one day per year on your work anniversary, up to a maximum of 33 days.
• Pension - 5% employer contribution (increasing to 6% after one year’s service), with minimum employee contribution.
• Health and wellbeing - employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan, a GP 24/7 helpline, cancer cover, and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. All employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.

This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a tangible difference at a time of unprecedented need. Join us in standing up for children affected by war and help create a future where no child’s life is torn apart by conflict.

• Support the Strategic Estates Programme Manager in delivering major capital schemes.
• Oversee the construction stage of projects, ensuring compliance with NEC3 Works Supervisor responsibilities.
• Lead smaller capital projects to facilitate the commencement of major projects.
• Ensure contracts comply with site rules and policies.
• Communicate project elements to the correct teams at the right times.
• Manage budgets and project delivery from start to finish.

• An annual salary of 46,000 - 52,000.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive work environment that values your contributions.

• A degree and post-graduate qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• A Project Management qualification.
• Experience in writing specifications and tender documentation.
• Proven track record in managing multi-skilled staff and specialist consultants.
• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations in the construction industry.

Futures are seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to join a well-established and expanding manufacturing business. This is a pivotal role where you will take full ownership of contracts from initial agreement through to successful delivery, driving operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

As a senior member of the team, you will provide leadership across the full contract life cycle — from negotiation and scope definition through execution, compliance, and final delivery. You will work collaboratively with sales, production, technical, and engineering teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Contract Life Cycle Ownership: Lead contracts from inception to closeout, ensuring commercial, technical, and operational commitments are met.
• Customer & Stakeholder Leadership: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring expectations are exceeded.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with sales, production, technical, and engineering teams to align project delivery with strategic objectives.
• Commercial & Risk Management: Review scope, identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and safeguard margins while seeking opportunities to enhance profitability.
• Programme & Delivery Oversight: Define, monitor, and control project schedules, budgets, and KPIs, ensuring projects are delivered to agreed time, cost, and quality standards.
• Quality & Compliance Assurance: Plan and oversee Factory Acceptance Tests, ensuring all deliverables meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership & Communication: Drive clear communication across internal teams and external stakeholders, providing timely updates and decisive leadership in resolving challenges.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development of project management processes, systems, and best practices that strengthen operational excellence.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager in a manufacturing, engineering, or technical environment.
• Strong track record in contract management and delivery of complex, high-value projects.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in project management methodologies, IT systems, and contract administration.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to safeguard margins and drive profitability.
• Degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline (preferred).
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).

If this role appeals, please do apply.

An opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate Project Manager with experience in Highways, Transport and Public Realm to join a client in London on contract basis. You will be responsible for the delivery of sustainable transport and traffic schemes across the area via design management, feasibility reports and works implementation. Other duties include cost reporting, tender procurement, stakeholder and community engagement, public liaison and consultant management.
 
This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £35 - £40 per hour - negotiable for the right candidate. Flexible working and working from home arrangements are available.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:

- Managing a range of high profile highways, transport and public realm projects
- Delivering a range of cycling, walking and traffic programmes to encourage active / sustainable travel
- Overseeing the work carried out by the chosen design consultant and the contractor  
- Cost reporting, tender procurement, stakeholder engagement and design management
 
Previous experience in Transport, Public Realm or Highways is essential for this role. Carrington West are also looking for Engineers & Technicians with similar backgrounds across the South of UK - please get in touch to find out more.
 
 
For a full description and further information on the role, please call Ilya Donets at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
 
 
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 25+ years experience in this market. Please call Ilya at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email us.
 

FM Projects Manager
Coventry-based Hybrid-role
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Permanent position

Are you an organised and proactive Projects Manager in the Fit-Out, Facilities Management or Construction Industry? We are seeking a dynamic and organised individual, to join an expanding and forward-thinking hard-services FM services provider to drive excellence in site-based Fit-Ou.

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Interim Finance Projects Manager
6 Months
Sheffield - Hybrid Working
£- Negotiable day rate

SF Recruitment are working with a fantastic growing business in Sheffield who are looking for a Finance Projects Manager to lead finance transformation and improvement initiatives across systems, processes, and reporting. This role bridges finance, operations, and technology-driving efficiency, control, and insight as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver finance transformation and automation projects
- Lead system upgrades and process improvements
- Provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions
- Support acquisitions, integrations, and onboarding projects
- Ensure financial controls and compliance in new processes
- Act as finance lead for ERP/reporting system developments
- Prepare business cases and post-implementation reviews

About You
- Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Experience in finance change, transformation, or systems projects
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Familiar with finance systems
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused

Job Title: Digital Systems & Projects Manager
Location: Poole, Dorset (with occasional local travel)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Salary: 30,810 - 32,370 per annum

We are working with a well-established not-for-profit organisation that is seeking an experienced Digital Systems & Projects Manager to join their Poole-based team. This role will focus on owning and developing colleague- and resident-facing digital products, ensuring systems run smoothly, deliver value, and continue to improve over time.

The organisation's mission is to make sure everyone has a home and the opportunity to thrive . As part of this, they are committed to embracing digital technologies that enhance services and improve both colleague and resident experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a mix of technical ability, project management skills, and people-first attitude who wants to play a key role in digital transformation.

• Own and maintain key digital products, ensuring they align with business needs and are adopted successfully.

• Collaborate with colleagues, residents, and stakeholders to identify improvements and opportunities for investment.

• Test new system releases, roll out updates, and support smooth adoption through clear communication and training.

• Configure systems to meet business and user requirements.

• Manage suppliers effectively, ensuring accountability and value for money.

• Lead workshops, gather feedback, and use evidence to guide product improvements.

• Track and manage issues through the IT ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution.

• Build digital leadership capability across the organisation, supporting colleagues to adopt best practice.

• Document and standardise processes to support consistent ways of working.

• Experience in digital or IT project management , ideally with cloud-based systems.

• Strong collaboration skills - able to work with people of all technical levels.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment , applying flexible and iterative approaches.

• A problem-solver with a solution-focused and resilient attitude .

• Excellent communication skills, with empathy and an understanding of user experience.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (occasional travel may be required).

• Salary of 30,810 - 32,370 per annum.

• Full-time, Monday-Friday hours (37.5 per week).

• The chance to deliver projects that make a real impact on people's lives.

• Ongoing support for professional development and technical skill growth.

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Working in exclusive partnership with Churchill Integrated Services

We are always on the look-out for talented individuals to join Churchill Integrated Services and, in particular at the moment, we are looking for a Junior / Assistant Projects Manager to join the Projects Team. This role will primarily be supporting the Project Manager for our Care Home client.

You will be ideally located within striking distance of Gloucester / Swindon / Bristol for ease of access to all our clients’ properties.

The role;

This role will involve a lot of travel so you’ll need a driving licence and be happy with early starts to avoid traffic. You will travel between sites and assess work requirements, measure up rooms, provide quotations and estimates.

• The role will involve learning and developing skills in cost control, contract administration, and project reporting while supporting senior Projects Managers to ensure projects are delivered within budget, on time, and in compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• You will assist the Projects team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects including cost estimation, budgeting, procurement, and valuation of works.
• Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies to ensure their proposals will work
• Assist in costing for tenders, such as materials, quantities, labour and time
• Negotiate contracts and work schedules under the supervision and support of the Project Manager
• Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use
• Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.
• Generate quotations and estimates for project works aiming to achieve a minimum 30% conversion rate
• Ensure in-house systems are updated with relevant information relating to client works and documentation
• Attend meetings, site visits and regularly communicate with client
• Resolve any issues and problems associated with the account or the delivery of services

Offered in return;

• Depending on your level of experience, starting salary will be circa £30k £38k for 40hr contract PLUS extra hourly rate for anything over 40hrs PLUS overtime. Overtime starts at 5.30pm
• Permanent full time contract
• Company van + fuel card
• 28 days holiday inc bank holidays
• Employer pension contributions

About you;

We are open to a wide range of experience level for this role as plenty of training and guidance will be available if needed but ideally you will;

• Have 2 years+ working in property development and have experience with refurbishment projects.
• I.T literacy is essential for this role
• Have a trade behind you, such as electrical, plumbing or building knowledge
• Have a good understanding and experience in quoting/Estimating fabric works
• Be flexible with working hours to suit the requirements of the role
• Be willing to travel in line with the needs of the role
• Have technical understanding of works being carried out
• Have experience developing accounts and increasing sales revenue
• It will mainly be working within care homes so must be able to clear an enhanced DBS check

If this sounds like something you're interested in then please apply with your CV and we will give you a call to discuss in further detail. Look forward to hearing from you!