Project Manager

Equans is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Portsmouth, PO6 4QN This is a full-time, 6 month FTC role. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

Reporting directly to Head of Projects, responsible for managing and executing a variety of projects across the QAH contract including CAPEX Projects and Lifecycle Planned Projects, showing at all times a strong methodical approach to project management with a good knowledge and understanding of CDM.

Working on Projects from inception to completion;  specifying and assisting design solutions, producing pricing documents and proposals, liaising with client, taking instruction/orders for projects and ensuring delivery of the project via the companies’ employees and subcontractors.

Ensuring project milestones and objectives are achieved and projects delivered on time within budget. Accountable day-to-day to all stakeholders including the EQUANS Head of Projects, SPV, client, and indirectly for sub-contractors plus financial responsibility for the delivery of Projects

What will you deliver?

• Lead and manage projects in line with CDM 2015 requirements and company standards.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, environmental, and client requirements.
• Oversee project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
• Manage project finances, including costing, forecasting, invoicing, and contract administration.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support project delivery and business growth.
• Coordinate with internal teams and participate in regular management, technical, and financial reviews.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefit package, which includes;

•  25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

Essential Criteria

• Experience  in a Project Management or a senior technical management role in Facilities/Hard FM marketplace, a background in Healthcare is highly desirable.
• PD (Principal Designer) and/or PC (Principal Contractor) Experience.
• Electrical, Mechanical & Construction background essential.
• NEBOSH/IOSH or a health & safety qualification with a strong engineering knowledge
• A thorough knowledge of all aspects of Project management.
• Excellent communication skills, to include pro-active communication with staff, peers and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to handle multiple project assignments.
• Commercially aware, reliable and IT literate with skills covering MS Project, Word and Excel.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working in a Healthcare environment and an in-depth knowledge of Electrical & Mechanical engineering with excellent attention to detail.
• B & CE (building & civil engineering) experience desirable.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Ideally Project Management Qualification held or equivalent suitable experience.
• MCIOB/MIET/IOSH/NEBOSH/APM qualified Project Manager.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans, we’re committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve.

Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence – empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day. Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.

As part of our recruitment process, EQUANS uses StaffVetting, our trusted third-party provider, to support the completion of employee background checks. StaffVetting delivers professional screening services in a friendly, efficient, and customer-focused way, helping us ensure the right checks are completed from the start of the application journey.”

We are Disability Confident Level 2 members, and we offer the Guaranteed Interview Scheme as part of this commitment. Where feasible, if a candidate applies under the Disability Confident Scheme and they meet all of the essential criteria, we will offer an interview.  To find out more about this scheme please click here.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.