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Building & Construction Project Lead
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Portsmouth, Hampshire County, PO5, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-25
Listing for:
TekWissen UK
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-25
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Operations Manager -
Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title
Building & Construction Project Lead
LocationPortsmouth, UK
Duration12 Months
Work TypeHybrid
OverviewTek Wissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. Client, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and space. With major operations in the UK, Client is at the forefront of innovation in aviation and technology. With operations in commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense systems, and space exploration, Client employs over 130,000 people worldwide.
Job DescriptionRole Overview
- The Building & Construction Project Lead will be responsible for setting up and leading capital (CAPEX) construction and refurbishment projects from initial feasibility through design, delivery, and final handover.
- The role requires a strong Project Manager with solid construction experience, capable of operating on large, complex sites, ideally within a defence environment.
- The role involves leading multi-functional project teams, managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance with client procedures, and maintaining high standards of health, safety, and technical delivery.
- Set up and lead CAPEX construction and building services projects from feasibility to handover
- Develop, manage, and monitor detailed project delivery plans
- Prepare and manage CAPEX business cases through approval, delivery, and close-out.
- Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and opportunities
- Monitor, audit, and validate progress of professional service work packages
- Lead multi-functional teams through detailed building services design
- Develop design briefs and scopes of work for external professionals (architects, structural engineers, M&E designers)
- Oversee refurbishment works, major plant replacement, and lifecycle planning
- Review technical compliance, installation quality, and H&S adherence on site
- Lead and coordinate internal and external stakeholders including consultants, contractors, QS, CDM and client representatives
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project partners
- Ensure effective communication across all project phases
- Compliance, Safety & Reporting
- Strong Project Management experience within construction or large site environments
- Demonstrable experience delivering projects from inception to handover
- Experience managing CAPEX projects and multi-functional project teams
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability and willingness to attend site as required
- Awareness of health & safety legislation and technical compliance
- Defence sector experience
- Experience working on the client side
- Background in facilities management (FM) or consultancy environments
- SMSTS or CCNSG certification
- NEBOSH experience
- Practical understanding of mechanical and electrical building systems
- Experience using MS Project, SharePoint, and standard IT tools
- Experience is prioritised over formal qualifications
- ONC / HNC or equivalent in Building Services or Engineering (desirable)
- Professional membership (e.g. CIBSE, IMechE, IET) is advantageous
Tek Wissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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