Trafford Leisure is seeking an experienced Interim Project Manager to support the delivery of a new padel court development at Altrincham Golf Course, bringing a new and growing sport to the heart of the local community.
Pay: Market‑aligned day rate / fee – open to PAYE or self‑employed / consultancy arrangements.
Location: Trafford Leisure Support Office, Altrincham Golf Course.
Contract: 12 weeks.
Hours: 1 day per week (flexible).
Start date: Immediate start preferred.
About the Role
Trafford Leisure seeks a delivery‑focused Interim Project Manager to lead the installation and successful operational launch of new padel courts at Altrincham Golf Course, subject to planning approval (application already submitted). This key delivery role is part‑time (1 day per week) on a 12‑week contract basis, designed to ensure continuity following a recent change in project management. The role will drive progress, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure a smooth transition from construction to full operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end delivery of the padel court installation project
- Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget
- Manage project plans, milestones, risks, issues, and reporting
- Lead the transition from construction into operational readiness
- Support the setup of programming, systems, and processes for launch
- Work closely with Trafford Leisure teams to integrate the new facility into existing operations
- Collaborate with Trafford Council teams to ensure a joint approach
About You
- Proven project management experience, ideally within leisure, sport, or construction environments
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Able to work independently and drive progress with limited weekly input
- Experience of facility launch or operational mobilisation is highly desirable
- Highly organised, proactive, and solutions focused
- Able to start at short notice and comfortable working in a fast‑paced interim capacity
At Trafford Leisure, we are committed to equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any support to apply, please contact: supportservices@traffordleisure.co.uk.
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Pay: Market‑aligned day rate / fee – open to PAYE or self‑employed / consultancy arrangements.
Location: Trafford Leisure Support Office, Altrincham Golf Course.
Contract: 12 weeks.
Hours: 1 day per week (flexible).
Start date: Immediate start preferred.
About the Role
Trafford Leisure seeks a delivery‑focused Interim Project Manager to lead the installation and successful operational launch of new padel courts at Altrincham Golf Course, subject to planning approval (application already submitted). This key delivery role is part‑time (1 day per week) on a 12‑week contract basis, designed to ensure continuity following a recent change in project management. The role will drive progress, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure a smooth transition from construction to full operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end delivery of the padel court installation project
- Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget
- Manage project plans, milestones, risks, issues, and reporting
- Lead the transition from construction into operational readiness
- Support the setup of programming, systems, and processes for launch
- Work closely with Trafford Leisure teams to integrate the new facility into existing operations
- Collaborate with Trafford Council teams to ensure a joint approach
About You
- Proven project management experience, ideally within leisure, sport, or construction environments
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Able to work independently and drive progress with limited weekly input
- Experience of facility launch or operational mobilisation is highly desirable
- Highly organised, proactive, and solutions focused
- Able to start at short notice and comfortable working in a fast‑paced interim capacity
At Trafford Leisure, we are committed to equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any support to apply, please contact: supportservices@traffordleisure.co.uk.
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