Project Manager – Fabric Build
Fabric Build Project Manager
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Reports to: Operations Directors
Department: Operations
Location: TBC
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Salary: £ (TBC)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Fabric Works Project Manager to lead the delivery of building fabric projects across a range of sectors including education, healthcare, heritage, and commercial environments.
You will be responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of projects from pre-construction through to handover, often within live and operational environments. The role requires ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while maintaining high levels of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
The ideal candidate will have progressed from a hands-on trade background (ideally carpentry or a related discipline), bringing strong practical, site-based knowledge into project delivery. A general understanding of MEP services is also beneficial.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
Manage multiple fabric projects from inception to completion
Develop and maintain project programmes, monitoring progress throughout
Coordinate labour, materials, subcontractors, and site activities
Ensure works meet client specifications and quality standards
Manage budgets, variations, and overall commercial performance
Health, Safety, Quality & Environment (HSQE)
Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and regulations
Develop and implement RAMS aligned with pre-construction information
Promote a strong safety culture across all sites
Conduct site inspections and audits, ensuring corrective actions are completed
Work in line with recognised quality, safety, and environmental standards
Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Lead and attend progress meetings, providing clear updates and reports
Build and maintain strong working relationships to support ongoing business
Pre-Construction & Planning
Review tender documentation and contribute to buildability and methodology
Collaborate with designers and consultants during design development
Identify and manage project risks and opportunities early
Supply Chain Management
Procure and manage subcontractors and suppliers
Ensure all parties are competent, compliant, and aligned with requirements
Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering building fabric works (e.g. refurbishments, fit-outs, maintenance, minor works)
Strong background in carpentry or a related trade (e.g. joinery, drylining, general building), ideally progressing from a hands-on role
Experience working in live environments (healthcare, education, or similar preferred)
Solid understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and buildability
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to build relationships at all levels
Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to prioritise under pressure
Detail-oriented with strong ownership of project delivery
Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
Comfortable following processes and quickly adapting to new systems
Personal Development & Benefits
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Clear career progression pathways
Collaborative and supportive working environment
24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme