Head of Projects

Head of Projects

? UK / Hybrid

? Competitive Salary + Package

300 North are partnering with a leading Facilities Management provider to recruit a Head of Projects to lead and develop their projects division.

This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing the delivery of capital projects, lifecycle works, and building improvement programmes across a diverse client portfolio. The role will play a key part in driving strategic growth while ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, and commercially.

The Role

As Head of Projects, you will lead a team responsible for delivering projects across the full RIBA Plan of Work, from early-stage feasibility and design through to construction, handover, and operational integration.

You will ensure robust governance across project delivery, maintaining compliance with CDM Regulations, the Building Safety Act, and all relevant statutory requirements, while building strong client relationships and driving commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the projects division, managing a team of project managers and delivery specialists
  

   

• Oversee the delivery of FM and building services projects across all RIBA stages (0-7)
  

   

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget
  

   

• Act as a senior point of contact for key clients and stakeholders
  

   

• Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations, including appropriate duty holder responsibilities
  

   

• Embed compliance with the Building Safety Act and gateway requirements within project delivery
  

   

• Drive commercial performance and identify new project opportunities across existing contracts
  

   

• Implement best practice governance, reporting, and project controls
  

   

• Support the senior leadership team in developing and expanding the projects offering
  

   

About You

We are looking for a senior project professional with a strong background delivering projects within facilities management, building services, or construction environments.

You will likely have:

• Proven experience in a Head of Projects / Senior Projects Director / Programme Manager role
  

   

• Strong experience delivering capital works, refurbishments, and lifecycle projects within FM environments
  

   

• Detailed understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work and managing projects through all stages
  

   

• Excellent knowledge of CDM Regulations and duty holder responsibilities
  

   

• Understanding of the Building Safety Act and regulatory compliance in complex buildings
  

   

• Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills
  

   

• Experience leading and developing multi-disciplinary project teams
  

   

What's on Offer

• Senior leadership role within a well-established national FM provider
  

   

• Opportunity to shape and grow a strategic projects division
  

   

• Competitive salary and benefits package
  

   

• Clear long-term career progression
  

   

Apply

If you're an experienced projects leader looking to drive delivery and growth within a leading FM organisation, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact 300 North for a confidential discussion.