Project Manager (North)
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Preston, PR5 8BX |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Project Manager (NORTH)
Contract: Government
Location: Preston, PR5 8BX - with frequent travel
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a Project Manager (North) to implement and sustain a high standard of project delivery, enhancing ISS's position within the project market and supporting growth across existing customer accounts.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced project professional to lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC), managing projects from inception through to completion while overseeing resources, commercial governance, compliance, risk management, and supply chain performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the tactical development and delivery of Capital Projects and Minor Works (MAC).
Manage projects through the full lifecycle from conception to completion.
Support the growth of project opportunities across existing customer accounts.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, key accounts, global operations, and external customers.
Take accountability for project financial performance aligned with business objectives.
Develop delivery models and manage resources across multiple concurrent projects.
Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and risk management practices are maintained.
Manage and develop supply chain performance while implementing best practice processes and procedures to ensure a high standard of service.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Skills & Experience
Expertise within a Construction, Engineering, or Built Environment discipline.
Experience delivering projects including; Asset Replacement Programmes, Roofing Projects, CAT A and CAT B Refurbishments and New Modular Buildings.
Experience working under NEC4 contracts.
Experience using RIBA stages.
Experience working in accordance with CDM regulations.
Demonstrable ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proven experience operating at Project Manager level within the Building Projects and/or Facilities Management industry.
Demonstrable track record of successfully managing multiple projects and programmes with values ranging from £500k to £1m+.
Demonstrable experience managing Health & Safety compliance.
Experience running complex tenders, estimating project costs, and presenting high-quality tender documentation to customers.
Qualifications & Requirements
SMSTS qualification.
Asbestos Awareness qualification.
First Aid qualification.
HNC qualification (or equivalent) in a technical or management discipline.
Recognised Project Management qualification such as Prince2, APMP, PMP, or equivalent.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability and flexibility to travel nationally as required.
Ability to successfully obtain BPSS and CTC security clearance.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
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