We're looking for a dynamic Project Manager to lead the mobilisation of key projects-new builds, refurbishments, service launches-with a major focus on our client's flagship Canary Wharf site. Reporting to the Resident Director of Operations, you'll be the central point of contact for all stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication, strategic oversight, and hands-on delivery. You'll co-ordinate across operations, clients, SMEs, and central teams to deliver high-impact projects on time, within budget, and to exceptional standards. This is a 12-month FTC - immediate start available. What you'll be doing:

• Lead the management of projects and mobilisations
• Support, advise, and guide operational team members where required on correct mobilisation/demobilisation processes to follow
• Complete the administration of all appropriate paperwork to set up new location and related supplier accounts
• Maintain a detailed mobilisation and transition plan
• Lead mobilisation/demobilisation internal and external meetings
• Ensure all aspects of the mobilisation/demobilisation are completed in line with company policy/procedures
• Provide detailed mobilisation/demobilisation updates to the business
• Build and maintain successful client relationships
• Drive best practice for all mobilisations/demobilisations
• Responsible for ordering new equipment as part of the mobilisation process
• Monitor collection of equipment as part of the demobilisation process
• Be a point of continuity for client, operations and central functions
• Maintain the mobilisation budget and monitor spend accordingly
  
  Previous project management experience in the food / customer services industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Embrace change/Adaptability
• Excellent Communication skills
• Ability to provide feedback at all levels
• People focused - communicates well and listens
• Cooperative and supportive of others in the learning environment
Even Better If You Have:
• Experience in Facilities Management (FM) or Contract Catering
• Previous exposure to contract environments or working with large client organisations
  
  A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience - with the chance to earn more through a performance-based bonus (role dependent)
• Plenty of time to recharge - generous annual leave that increases with service, plus the option to top it up through our holiday purchase scheme
• Security for your future - including a defined contribution pension plan and life assurance for extra peace of mind
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• Grow with us - take your career to the next level with extensive learning and development opportunities designed to support your personal and professional goals