Project Manager – MOD Contractor

Location: Plymouth
Salary: £50,000 + Car Allowance / Company Car

Join a leading MOD contractor working on high-profile defence and infrastructure projects across Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to manage projects for a trusted national contractor with an outstanding reputation in the defence sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth operations
• Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards
• Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain delivery and financial control
• Drive continuous improvements and efficiencies in project management processes

Key Requirements (Skills & Experience)

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• HNC or equivalent qualification in Building, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a Contracts or Project Manager role
• Experience managing construction and property maintenance programmes (MOD experience advantageous)
• Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos Awareness
• Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge
• Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain it)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office; CAFM software experience is a plus

Benefits & Perks

• Salary up to £50,000
• Car allowance or Company Car
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension and holiday allowance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-sensitive defence projects

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.