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.

• 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

• 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 (phone number removed).