Property Project Manager

Property Project Manager
London (Hybrid)
£50,000 - £65,000 + benefits
12-Month Fixed Term Contract (Strong potential to extend)

About the Role

We're working exclusively with the English-Speaking Union (ESU) to appoint a Property Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile refurbishment project at Dartmouth House, their historic London headquarters.This role sits at the heart of a major transformation programme, backed by significant funding, to create an international hub for debate and education. You'll act as the client-side lead, overseeing the refurbishment from design through to completion while shaping the future operational model of the building.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major refurbishment project
Act as the primary client-side interface with consultants, contractors, and advisors
Manage programme, budget, risks, and governance
Coordinate internal stakeholders and drive key project decisions
Oversee procurement and commercial processes, including reviewing costs and payments
Ensure compliance with planning, heritage, and statutory requirements
Support operational readiness, including facilities management planning post-completion
Provide clear reporting to senior leadership and trustees
What We're Looking For

Proven experience delivering £10m+ refurbishment or construction projects
Strong background in client-side project management or leading complex schemes
Experience managing budgets, consultants, and project risks
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Ideally, experience with heritage or listed buildings
Ability to balance hands-on delivery with strategic oversight
Why This Role?

High-profile, purpose-driven project with real social and educational impact
Opportunity to take full ownership client-side
Exposure to a complex heritage refurbishment
Work within a collaborative, mission-led organisation undergoing major growth
Strong likelihood of contract extension or longer-term opportunity
Next Steps

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch directly. We're managing this process exclusively on behalf of the ESU. Please get in touch with or for more information.

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