Client Side Project Manager

Reference: Job ID: Posted: Closing date: Location: LondonSalary: Up to 50,000 per annumJob type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Property & Real Estate / Property and SurveyingCompany: HaysConsultant: Lee PittmanHays office: Maidstone — Unit 24, Hollingworth Court, Turkey Mill, Ashford RoadPhone: Email: of the RoleTo support the management, maintenance, and improvement of the regional property portfolio, ensuring operational sites remain safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose.The role will be responsible for managing smaller maintenance, refurbishment, and property improvement projects whilst supporting the Regional Property Manager on larger and more complex schemes. Working across a multi-site operational estate, the role combines practical project delivery, contractor management, compliance monitoring, technical property support, and operational stakeholder engagement.The role requires a capable property professional, with the ability to deliver projects, and support wider FM or property initiatives, from scope development through to delivery and handover. Whilst also developing broader experience in property management and capital project delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the day-to-day management of the regional property portfolio across operational and office locations.Independently manage smaller maintenance, refurbishment, and property improvement projects from scope development through contractor appointment, delivery, cost control, and handover.Support the Regional Property Manager with larger capital projects, major works, and operational property initiatives.Prepare scopes of work, technical specifications, contractor requirements, and cost estimates for maintenance and project activities.Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with agreed specifications, contracts, costs, and programme requirements.Support contractor and consultant procurement, tender reviews, contractor appointments, quotations, and performance monitoring activities.Undertake regular site visits and property inspections to monitor property condition, compliance, maintenance requirements, health & safety matters, and contractor performance.Support and promote Health & Safety standards across the estate, ensuring activities are properly controlled and delivered in accordance with company procedures and statutory requirements.Provide practical technical advice and guidance to operational stakeholders on property maintenance, repair, compliance, and workplace matters.Liaise with operational teams, engineering managers, landlords, contractors, consultants, and suppliers regarding property and maintenance matters.Support compliance activities including statutory inspections, remedial works tracking, contractor compliance documentation, and property record management.Maintain property records, project trackers, contractor information, specifications, and compliance documentation.Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Health & Safety, Procurement, Finance, and Legal teams where required.Qualifications & ExperienceExperience within property, estates, facilities management, construction, building surveying, or related property environments.Technical qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property, Engineering, or related discipline is essential (e.g. HNC/HND, Degree, CIOB, RICS pathway, or equivalent practical experience).Experience coordinating contractors, maintenance works, for property-related projects.Ensuring delivery to budget, time and quality standards.Good understanding of property maintenance, contractor management, compliance, and health & safety requirements.Competent using Microsoft Office systems and general reporting tools.IOSH qualification or equivalent essential.Familiarity with CDM Regulations essential.Full UK driving licenceSkills & Personal AttributesGood organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a multi-site estate.Good stakeholder management and communication skills with a collaborative approach.Confident in coordinating contractors, maintenance activities, and operational property works.Proactive mindset, enjoy problem-solving, with an ability to make decisions and recommendations.Good technical understanding of property maintenance, building fabric, and operational property requirements.Attention to detail and commitment to safety, compliance, quality, and operational standards.Financially aware with the ability to manage smaller project budgets and contractor cost control.Ability to work independently with accountability and autonomy whilst contributing effectively with the wider Property team.Flexible approach to support working in a fast-paced operational environment.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # - Lee Pittman

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