Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Project Manager – 3 to 4 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: Folkestone & Ashford (Kent)
Contract Length: 3 months
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Project Manager to deliver a time‑critical relocation and refurbishment project over a three‑month period. The successful candidate will take full ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering all phases of the project, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers.

This is a practical role requiring strong organisation, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple work streams concurrently.

The project consists of four key phases:

Each phase includes numerous sub‑tasks such as obtaining and evaluating quotes, contractor negotiations, scheduling works, managing budgets, and ensuring deadlines are met.

• Develop and manage an end‑to‑end project plan covering all four phases

• Source, appoint, and manage contractors and suppliers

• Obtain, review, and negotiate quotes and contracts

• Coordinate site works, machinery moves, installations, and recommissioning

• Agree and manage realistic timescales across all work streams

• Ensure all works meet agreed specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements

• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies proactively

• Oversee dilapidation works and sign‑off against agreed standards

• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and senior management

• Ensure project delivery within agreed budget and timeframe

• Proven experience managing complex, multi‑site projects

• Strong background in refurbishment, relocation, or industrial / manufacturing environments

• Experience coordinating contractors and technical specialists

• Excellent organisational, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Practical, solutions‑focused approach with attention to detail

• Comfortable working on‑site as required

• Experience with machinery relocation and recommissioning

• Knowledge of dilapidations and landlord handback requirements

• Health & Safety awareness (e.g. SMSTS, IOSH – beneficial but not essential)

• Short‑term, high‑impact contract

• Autonomy and responsibility for end‑to‑end project delivery

• Competitive day rate

To apply:
Please submit your CV along with a brief summary of relevant experience or call Jill on

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