Compliance Project Manager

About the role

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading facilities management organisation that supports the UK Defence estate. The Compliance Project Manager will lead Billable Works projects across residential properties in the South East and South West, ensuring homes are safe, compliant and fit for purpose while delivering an excellent customer experience.

Key responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning through to completion and handover.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in line with contractual obligations.
• Coordinate delivery with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, operational teams, contractors and supply‑chain partners.
• Oversee procurement activities, contractor performance, programme management and project governance.
• Monitor project budgets, financial performance and commercial outcomes, identifying opportunities to maximise value and improve efficiency.
• Manage project risks and ensure compliance with legislation, contractual requirements and JSP standards.
• Promote a Safety First culture, adhering to Health & Safety regulations, CDM requirements and asbestos management procedures.
• Utilise asset condition and compliance data to support future works programmes and long‑term investment planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular project updates, manage expectations and minimise disruption during delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing project performance, supply‑chain effectiveness, sustainability and carbon‑reduction objectives.

Required profile

• Proven experience delivering construction, compliance, infrastructure, property or facilities‑management projects within a complex operational environment.
• Demonstrable track record of managing projects from inception through to completion and handover.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, financial performance and contract delivery.
• Sound understanding of project governance, risk management and performance reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of project management principles, construction methodologies and relevant standards.

Required skills