Head of Projects - Chester
CV-LibraryChester, Cheshire West and ChesterpermanentPosted: 10 April 2026
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Chester
£80,000/ 90,000 + Package
We are seeking an experienced Head of Projects to lead the delivery of engineering and hard services projects across a high-profile Chester portfolio. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for managing a small team and overseeing key project delivery within a technical FM environment.
The Role
As Head of Projects, you will oversee the successful delivery of 2 key engineering projects, while directly managing a team of 3–5 Project Managers. You’ll ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining high technical and compliance standards across all activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 3–5 Project Managers
* Oversee delivery of 2 flagship hard services / engineering projects
* Ensure full lifecycle project delivery from planning through to completion
* Maintain compliance with H&S and statutory regulations
* Act as the senior point of contact for clients and stakeholders
* Drive commercial performance, cost control, and reporting
* Provide technical leadership across M&E / building services
Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior projects role (Head of Projects / Project Director / Senior Project Manager)
* Strong background in hard services / engineering / M&E within FM
* Experience managing teams and overseeing multiple projects
* Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
* Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and performance
* Technical qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or building services (desirable)
Package
* Salary: £80,000/ 90,000
* Bonus + Car Allowance
* Private Healthcare
* Pension
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior projects professional looking to step into a leadership role within a well-established FM / engineering environment, working on high-value Chester-based projects
Chester
£80,000/ 90,000 + Package
We are seeking an experienced Head of Projects to lead the delivery of engineering and hard services projects across a high-profile Chester portfolio. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for managing a small team and overseeing key project delivery within a technical FM environment.
The Role
As Head of Projects, you will oversee the successful delivery of 2 key engineering projects, while directly managing a team of 3–5 Project Managers. You’ll ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining high technical and compliance standards across all activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 3–5 Project Managers
* Oversee delivery of 2 flagship hard services / engineering projects
* Ensure full lifecycle project delivery from planning through to completion
* Maintain compliance with H&S and statutory regulations
* Act as the senior point of contact for clients and stakeholders
* Drive commercial performance, cost control, and reporting
* Provide technical leadership across M&E / building services
Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior projects role (Head of Projects / Project Director / Senior Project Manager)
* Strong background in hard services / engineering / M&E within FM
* Experience managing teams and overseeing multiple projects
* Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills
* Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and performance
* Technical qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or building services (desirable)
Package
* Salary: £80,000/ 90,000
* Bonus + Car Allowance
* Private Healthcare
* Pension
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior projects professional looking to step into a leadership role within a well-established FM / engineering environment, working on high-value Chester-based projects