Serco
Construction Project Manager
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Client Side Construction Project Manager – Defence Academy, Swindon
Location
UK Defence Academy, Swindon, SN6 8LA
Contract Type & Hours
2-year fixed-term contract, Full time
- Mon-Thurs: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Fri: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Salary Range
Up to £60,000 (depending on experience)
About the Role
Serco is delivering planned, reactive service improvements (SV/ARC variation projects) and Asset Modernisation Programme (AMP) Estates projects across the Defence Academy site under Defence Acquisition Capability Improvement (DACI) and PFI contracts.
As a Client-Side Construction Project Manager, you will own project delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory standards. This high-value role (£2M–£30M projects) requires expertise in managing major construction projects across their full lifecycle in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Project Leadership:
- Lead full lifecycle projects—from feasibility to post-occupancy—following RIBA Plan of Works and Serco’s formal project methodologies.
- Direct multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring alignment with objectives, scope, and budget.
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Governance & Documentation:
- Create, maintain, and enforce business cases, plans, budgets, and governance frameworks.
- Proactively manage RAID logs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) and escalate concerns timely.
- Monitor compliance with MOD processes, building standards, and Serco’s maintenance requirements.
- Ensure Contractor/consultant appointments align with Serco’s procurement rules, and oversee cost management.
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Stakeholder & Subcontractor Management:
- Collaborate with MOD stakeholders to define business needs and document statements of work.
- Coordinate subcontractors for repetitive maintenance projects, space optimisation, and asset replacement works.
- Provide support to senior project managers on high-complexity capital projects.
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Digital Systems & Workflow:
- Ensure CAFM Explorer accurately reflects project statuses for PPM/remedial works.
- Update Service Variation systems with precise cost/programme status documentation.
- Maintain _project/works documentation across SharePoint, CAFM, and the Technical Library.
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Health, Safety & Quality:
- Enforce compliance with CDM 2015, Environmental, Health & Safety (H&S) standards, and contractor risk controls.
- Conduct regular site audits to verify health and safety protocols.
- Address H&S accountability for all project phases, including training and inspections.
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Operational Excellence:
- Chair project meetings to align stakeholders on timelines, risks, and deliverables.
- Analyse projects to add value and drive cost efficiency in alignment with customer objectives.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- ONC/HNC/HND in:
- Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Building Services Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical discipline).
- Safety management certification (e.g., SMSTS, IOSH).
Experience:
- 8+ years in project management for building engineering/subcontracting projects.
- Proven ability to manage multi-million-pound projects across the full lifecycle.
- Demonstrable excellence in:
- Contractor/subcontractor coordination (including scope control & methodologies).
- Space utilisation/estates development projects.
- British Standards (BSRIA, SFG20) and property performance management.
- Procurement supply chain reviews background.
Soft Skills & Competencies:
- Technical expertise in PPC (Programme, Plan, and Control), cost management, and change control.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and decision-making.
- Highly organised, with a results-driven mindset.
- Proficient in MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) and CAFM/SharePoint systems.
- Experience mentoring junior staff, setting performance KPIs, and managing escalations.
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What We Offer
Workplace Benefits:
- Scenic, secure campus with 2 lakes, woodland trails, and sports amenities.
- Access to subsidised gyms, 18-hole golf course, riding stable, tennis, and football pitches.
Salary & Perks:
- Competitive salary: up to £60,000.
- MOD Pension Scheme (up to 6% contribution).
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Development & Wellbeing:
- Flexibility: Opportunity to discuss hybrid/part-time arrangements.
- Training: Accelerator programmes, mentoring, internal progression.
- Wellbeing Support:
- 24/7 EAP, BUPA health line, wellbeing app, £400/night health subsidies.
- Simplyhealth cash plans for medical expenses.
Living Benefits:
- Retail discounts (£1B+ partners, including transport).
- Serco ShareSave programme (buy Serco shares at reduced rates).
- Employee networks and charity initiatives.
Security & Inclusivity
Serco adheres to privacy compliance and prioritises inclusivity:
- BPSS/SC security clearance required—Serco supports your application process.
- Disability Confident Leader: If shortlisted but facing barriers, we will make reasonable adjustments during interview and employment.
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from liturgical ethnicities and disabled candidates are highly encouraged.
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