FM Works Project Manager

Position: FM Small Works Project Manager

CI Projects is a boutique business consultancy committed to helping businesses continuously improve by enabling the true convergence of people, processes and technology. We work closely with clients to define the issue, the destination and how to get there – then provide the tools and confidence so they can keep improving long after we’ve gone.

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong Facilities Management construction background to deliver small works and capital projects for a client providing FM services on a local authority contract.

Role overview

This is a hands-on role managing a portfolio of smaller construction and capital works projects, with individual project values of up to £25,000. You will join an established projects team and take ownership of delivery from initial requirements and scoping through to completion and handover.

The focus is practical project delivery within an FM construction environment. You will develop clear scopes, coordinate contractors and suppliers, control costs and monitor progress to ensure works are completed safely, on time and within budget.

Experience delivering physical works and capital improvements within an operational estate is central to this role.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage multiple small works and capital projects across a local authority FM contract.
• Develop project scopes, delivery plans, programmes and budget requirements.
• Coordinate construction contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout delivery.
• Support procurement activities and contractor coordination.
• Monitor progress, costs, risks and issues, escalating concerns where required.
• Coordinate works with operational teams to manage access requirements and minimise disruption.
• Ensure delivery meets agreed safety, quality, programme and budget requirements.
• Manage changes to scope, recording their impact on costs and timescales.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular status updates.
• Coordinate completion, handover and project close-out with the wider FM team.

What we’re looking for

• Proven project management experience delivering FM construction, small works or capital projects.
• A practical understanding of construction delivery within operational facilities.
• Experience managing several smaller projects simultaneously, from scoping through to handover.
• Confidence coordinating contractors, suppliers and operational stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and scope changes.
• A clear understanding of safe working practices and delivery quality.
• Strong organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to take ownership and work with minimal supervision.
• Availability to start at short notice and work full-time on site in Kent.
• Experience with in local authority, public sector or similarly regulated FM environments would be advantageous.