Project Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts 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.

• Decommissioning the current site in Folkestone
• Refurbishment of the “new” unit in Ashford
• Installation and recommissioning of all machinery at the Ashford site
• Dilapidation works at the Folkestone site, completed to an agreed standard

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

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