Senior Estates Project Manager

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing Date & Closing time: 11.59pm, 16 September 2026 

Interview Method: Face to Face 

Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action

This role is subject to -

2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.

 

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a Standard/ an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice) We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

 

Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use. 

 

Manchester City Council is investing in its buildings and facilities to ensure they remain safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for purpose for the communities they serve. As a Senior Estates Project Manager, you'll play a leading role in delivering this investment across one of the largest and most diverse public sector property portfolios in the region.

You'll help shape and deliver projects that support frontline services in schools, libraries, leisure centres, galleries, offices, depots and the Town Hall Complex. You'll also contribute to Manchester's ambition to become a zero-carbon city by helping deliver carbon reduction and sustainability projects across the Council's estate.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence how public buildings are improved, support the delivery of essential services and leave a lasting impact on communities across Manchester. If you're passionate about delivering high-quality projects and creating better places for people, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Senior Estates Project Manager, you'll be trusted to lead a diverse portfolio of complex capital projects from concept through to completion. Working as part of the Asset Management Team and Intelligent Client function, you'll help ensure investment decisions deliver the best outcomes for residents, service users and the organisation.

In this role you will:

• Lead high-value capital investment projects across the Council's estate.
• Manage projects, budgets, risks and stakeholder relationships.
• Support the delivery of compliance, lifecycle replacement and carbon reduction projects.
• Provide leadership and professional guidance to Estates Project Managers and Advisors.
• Work closely with internal services, consultants, contractors and senior leaders to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Help shape a safe, sustainable and efficient estate that supports services across Manchester.

You'll join a collaborative team that is passionate about continuous improvement, service excellence and creating long-term value through the Council's property assets.

For an informal discussion, please contact Martyn Joyce, Estates Zero Carbon & Asset Management Programme Manager, at [email protected] to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.

We would love to hear from you if you have experience of:

• Significant experience working within an Estates, Facilities Management or wider built environment setting.
• Experience leading, managing or supervising teams, including supporting performance, development and resource planning.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering complex property-related projects from inception through to completion.
• Strong project management skills, including managing scope, cost, programme, quality and risk.
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• The ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior managers, consultants and contractors.
• Excellent communication, influencing and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a demanding environment.
• Experience identifying and managing project risks and implementing effective mitigation measures.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• A Level 6 qualification in a built environment, leadership, management or project management discipline, or substantial equivalent experience within the built environment sector.

Desirable:

• Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, IWFM, APM or equivalent.
• A recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM PMQ or equivalent.
• Experience working within a local authority or wider public sector environment.
• Experience delivering lifecycle replacement, building compliance, decarbonisation or sustainability projects.
• Experience working within an Intelligent Client or client-side project management function.
• Knowledge of procurement, contract management and capital programme governance.
• Experience supporting business case development, programme reporting and strategic asset planning activities.

We're looking for someone who shares our Manchester behaviours, takes pride in delivering excellent public services, works collaboratively and is committed to continuous improvement.