Job Description
The Project Manager delivers projects that develop and enhance the Royal Society's premises and workplace. The projects will be varied and include life cycle asset replacement, refurbishment work, office moves, and packaged Mechanical, Electrical Public health services and Fire protection systems (MEPh), Fabric and Fire Safety works. The Royal Society occupies leased premises in a Grade 1 listed building and the projects are to be delivered to a high standard.
The Project Manager ensures that projects are procured and delivered to comply with the lease, Listed Building Consent, specifications and design standards, CDM, Fire safety and environmental regulations, and in line with the Royal Society's procurement policy. The post holder will be responsible for developing business cases and briefs, procuring and managing consultants and professional services (e.g. Architect, Conservationists, Engineering, Quantity Surveyor and relevant appointments). The Project Manager will be on the tender panel for the appointment of Principal Contractors and oversee delivery of projects through to completion and handover.
The Royal Society occupies high profile premises in a Grade 1 listed building, and we operate 24/7 as a venue and offices for our staff and Fellows to work and meet in. The role holder will need to plan and communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders to coordinate work safely and with minimal disruption. The Project Manager is accountable for managing resources to achieve project objectives whilst managing project risks.
Reports to: Head of Facilities
Pay band: Band E
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG plus the option for some hybrid remote working
Closing date for applications: 31 March 2026
Interviews will be held: first stage 15 April 2026
