Project Manager Construction

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference.
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Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

The purpose of the role is to deliver Masterplan and improvement projects thus meeting the strategic objectives of the University to enhance the student experience and maintain levels of recruitment and retention of student numbers. The role will be key in developing an understanding of stakeholder requirements working with external consultant teams to develop class leading building solutions within an agreed financial envelope and delivery time scale.

Communication with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally is paramount to the successful delivery of the schemes.
Whilst there is a requirement to be in Portsmouth a few days each week, hybrid working is available for this role. The successful candidate may work from home for up to two days per week; however, they will be required to attend campus on those days if business needs require.
The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 16th September 2026.
Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:
Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
Generous pension scheme.
Generous leave entitlement of 3235 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
Staff wellbeing programmes.
Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
Discounted learning.
Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residenceprogramme.
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Salary Information:
New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.
UKVI Statement
Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.
ED&I Statement:
We are committed to upholding the Universitys values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.