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Head Of Projects

Job in Chadderton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL1, England, UK
Listing for: Building Careers UK
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Program / Project Manager, IT Project Manager, Operations Management, Change Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 90000 GBP Yearly GBP 65000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Chadderton

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly capable Head of Projects to lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects across the organisation. This senior leadership role will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end project execution, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and driving consistent delivery excellence.

You will manage and develop a team of project managers and delivery professionals, establishing robust governance, frameworks, and best practices to support successful project outcomes. The role requires close collaboration with senior stakeholders across the business to prioritise demand, manage resources effectively, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the overall project delivery function across our client's portfolio
  • Define and implement project management methodologies, standards, and governance
  • Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex projects
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of project managers
  • Engage with senior stakeholders to align projects with business strategy and priorities
  • Ensure effective risk, issue, and dependency management across all projects
  • Drive continuous improvement in delivery performance and capability
  • Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning across projects
  • Report on portfolio progress, risks, and outcomes to executive leadership
About You
  • Proven experience in a senior project or programme leadership role
  • Strong track record of delivering complex, multi-workstream projects
  • HVAC or Mechanical engineering experience is essential
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at executive level
  • Experience building and leading high-performing delivery teams
  • Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, hybrid)
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, change-driven environment

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

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