Project Manager

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team on a major Ministry of Justice (MoJ) project in Leicester.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a significant programme of works within a live prison environment, with the project expected to run for approximately three years. The works will primarily involve the delivery of a substantial mesh and render package, requiring careful planning, stakeholder management and coordination to ensure safe and successful delivery in a secure operational setting. This could be a great opportunity for a Senior Site Manager looking to step into a project manager role, or a project manager from a medium sized contractor looking to join one of the leading tier 1's.

As Project Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of the project, leading site teams and working closely with clients, supply chain partners and operational stakeholders to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading the successful delivery of the project from mobilisation through to completion

Managing programme, cost, quality, safety and risk across the works

Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners

Developing and maintaining strong relationships with client and prison stakeholders

Ensuring works are planned and executed effectively within a live operational environment

Managing project reporting, progress reviews and performance metrics

Driving a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture across the project

Identifying and resolving challenges proactively to maintain programme and quality objectives

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry

Experience delivering projects in live, operational or highly regulated environments

Strong knowledge of project planning, programme management and construction delivery

Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams

A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach

Experience within MoJ, custodial, defence, healthcare or similarly secure environments would be advantageous

Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance is essential

Why Join Wates?

Be part of a major long-term project with a three-year programme of works

Work on a high-profile scheme within a unique and challenging environment

Join a collaborative and high-performing team

Opportunities for career development and progression across future projects

Competitive salary and benefits package

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of this project, the successful applicant will be required to undergo and successfully pass a BPSS security check before commencing work on site.

Our commitments:

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at recruitment@wates.co.uk

Benefits

Bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Generous holiday

Enhanced family leave & policies

Car salary sacrifice scheme