Imperial College London is seeking Project Managers to support the successful delivery of capital projects across our campuses, helping to create high-quality spaces that support research, education and collaboration.
Working within the Project Delivery Team of the Development Department, you will play a key role in delivering projects within Imperial’s Capital Plan, either directly or through the oversight of external consultants. These projects are typically over £1m, or involve complex technical, procurement, planning or logistical requirements, and must be delivered in line with Imperial procedures, statutory requirements, agreed programmes and capital budgets.
In this role, you will manage capital projects from briefing and feasibility through to completion and handover. You will plan, monitor and control project risks, budgets, programmes, procurement, quality and change control, ensuring projects are delivered safely, effectively and in accordance with Imperial’s standards and statutory requirements.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, end users, consultants, contractors, statutory bodies and Property Division colleagues to develop project briefs, manage approvals and support smooth delivery with minimal disruption to campus operations. You will also contribute to project reporting, governance, lessons learned and continuous improvement across the Projects Delivery Team.
- A recognised project management and/or programme management qualification
- A degree or relevant professional qualification related to the work of the role
- Experience managing construction or capital projects, including securing value for money
- Experience preparing and controlling project budgets
- Experience negotiating and working with professional consultants
- Experience leading the design and implementation of projects involving change management
- Experience developing project briefs, specifications, options appraisals and business cases
- Knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT and NEC forms
- Knowledge of procurement procedures, statutory requirements, health and safety legislation and the Building Safety Act
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- A delivery-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines
- The ability to work collaboratively with project teams, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 42 days’ annual and mandatory leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Please be aware that these roles are onsite only.
If you require any further details on the role please contact: Mickie Turner-Goble, Property Divisional Administration Manager by email – [email protected].
Please be advised that we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this vacancy.
Closing Date: Midnight on Tuesday, 8 September 2026
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