Title: Project Manager
Contract: Government
Location: Bolton, BL6 6SU – hybrid role with regional travel
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Description
We are seeking a Project Manager to deliver end-to-end project management services across a diverse portfolio of construction and facilities projects for Natural England under a government contract.
This role will involve managing capital projects and MAC works across a broad estate, including laboratories, operational buildings, and farms and agricultural infrastructure.
The role covers the North Region, from Birmingham through to Scotland, and requires regular travel depending on workload.
We are looking for an experienced professional who is comfortable operating across multiple sites and stakeholders, with strong commercial, compliance, and delivery focus.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver end-to-end project management across capital projects and MAC works for client and Natural England portfolios
- Lead the tactical development and delivery of projects in line with commercial, operational, and client objectives
- Identify and organically grow project opportunities within the account
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the ISS Country Team, key accounts, global operations, and external customers
- Hold P&L accountability aligned to country requirements
- Develop delivery models and manage resources effectively across multiple projects
- Ensure strong commercial governance, compliance, and risk management across all works
- Manage supply chain performance and implement best-practice processes to maintain high service standards
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Proven experience working as a Project Manager within Construction or Facilities Management (government experience highly desirable)
- Expertise in a Construction, Engineering, or Built Environment discipline (essential)
- Educated to at least HNC level (or equivalent) in a technical or management-related discipline
- Demonstrable experience managing projects or programmes valued at £1–2 million or above
- Strong track record in Health & Safety management and regulatory compliance
- Experience in cost estimation and producing high-quality tender submissions
- Evidence of successfully leading, supporting, and coaching teams to deliver high-quality outcomes
- Target-driven mindset with a strong focus on quality, delivery standards, and continuous improvement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office, MS Project, and Monday.com
- Confident using PDAs and mobile device software and applications
- NEBOSH, IOSH, and SMSTS qualifications (or actively working towards)
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to successfully obtain BPSS clearance
Equal Opportunity
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
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