Compliance Project Manager

Who We Are

VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.

• Job Req
• Posting
  
  Start Date:
  
  12 Jun 2026
• Location:
  
  Salisbury, Wiltshire, GB, SP4 8NR
• Contract Type:
  Full Time

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Compliance Project Manager to lead the delivery of billable works projects across homes throughout the South East and South West. This role is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of compliance and improvement projects that ensure properties remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose while delivering an excellent customer experience.

• Take ownership of projects from initial planning through to successful completion and handover, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Coordinate all aspects of project delivery by working closely with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) representatives, operational teams, contractors and supply chain partners, maintaining clear governance, strong financial control and effective stakeholder engagement.
• Manage project budgets, monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and maximise value.
• Oversee procurement activities, contractor performance, programme management, risk mitigation and reporting, ensuring projects meet all legislative, contractual and JSP requirements.
• Champion a strong Safety First culture, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations and asbestos management requirements.
• Use asset condition data, compliance information and stakeholder priorities to contribute to the development of future works programmes and long-term investment plans across the estate.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, residents, contractors and internal colleagues, providing regular updates, managing expectations and ensuring projects are delivered with minimal disruption.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance project delivery, strengthen supply chain performance, improve commercial outcomes and support sustainability objectives, including reducing carbon emissions across the estate.
• Travel to sites across the South East and South West as required.

• Proven experience delivering construction, compliance, infrastructure or facilities management projects within a complex operational environment, with responsibility for managing projects from inception through to completion.
• Strong commercial awareness, budget management experience and a thorough understanding of project governance and contract delivery.
• Excellent knowledge of project management principles, construction practices and Health, Safety and Environmental requirements, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on quality, compliance and customer outcomes.
• Experience working within defence infrastructure, social housing, facilities management or similarly regulated environments highly advantageous.
• Effective communication and relationship building skills, comfortable engaging with clients, contractors, residents and senior stakeholders.
• Organised and proactive leadership style, capable of motivating others, managing contractor performance and delivering successful outcomes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management systems such as Maximo.

• 6% employee matched pension contribution
• Company car/car allowance
• 25 days annual leave
• Single private medical cover
• Life assurance 2x annual salary

The role is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. Information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.

VIVO is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. We will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.

We are open to discussions around flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.