Senior Project Manager

Company: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
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Location: Tathall End
Job Description:

Overview


At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.


Whether we’re deploying Wi-Fi globally to government buildings, delivering security infrastructure to the world’s most isolated areas or undertaking seismic strengthening on historical embassies, every project needs a plan. That’s where our Project Management team shines. They deliver projects end-to-end, considering every single detail to deliver quality on time and on budget. And now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.


Drafting big plans for bigger projects. Delivering results as a team. Turning designs into reality. It all matters.



Responsibilities



  • Deliver a range of projects that will help to keep the UK safe and secure.

  • Join collaborative, multi-functional construction teams working at locations in the UK and overseas. Responsible for the successful scheduling and delivery of a wide range of important projects.

  • Develop, coach and mentor colleagues in the latest project management techniques; create an environment that encourages efficiency initiatives and helps reduce delivery costs.

  • Establish the supply chain for each project and assign forecasting work to ensure optimum planning and use of resources.

  • Embed rigorous project risk and change management processes and escalate issues as needed.

  • Build positive relationships with customers and stakeholders; identify opportunities to develop repeat and additional business.

  • Ensure projects are delivered in line with the wider governance framework and health and safety procedures.



Qualifications



  • Prince 2 Practitioner, APM PMQ and ISEB certification in project management or equivalent.

  • Experience using NEC3/4, GC works or Fidic contracts and documentation for procuring construction projects.

  • Proven knowledge of applied project management methodologies in design, development and implementation of multi-disciplinary construction programmes; experience delivering large, complex projects in a secure environment.

  • Natural leader with experience managing diverse teams; good understanding of health and safety standards and procedures, including Construction Design Management 2015.

  • Membership of RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStruct E or CIBSE would be desirable; membership of APM or equivalent professional project management body is also favorable.

  • Experience delivering projects overseas and knowledge of products such as M_o_R®, MSP® and M_o_V® is advantageous.



Benefits



  • Competitive salary and good holiday entitlement.

  • Civil Service Pension.

  • Training and other development opportunities to grow your career.

  • On-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant; interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there.

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Posted: April 28th, 2026