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• Title:

Building & Construction Project Leader

• Location:

Newport

• Salary:

Up to £40.00 per hour

• Contact:

Billy Abbott

• Contact email:

babbott@belcan.com

• Job ref:

JO0000027963_1779455207

• Published:

about 20 hours ago

• Expiry date:

2026-06-21

• Startdate:

ASAP

Building & Construction Project Leader - Defence Sector

£40.00 per hour INSIDE IR35 (Umbrella) 12‑month contract

BPSS+ Clearance required (SC highly advantageous) UK Nationals only - Due to nature of work

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, high‑value construction and building services projects within a secure defence environment. The Building & Construction Project Leader will take ownership of CAPEX projects from initial feasibility through to design, delivery and final handover, driving outcomes that support critical national infrastructure.

Role Overview

The Project Leader will guide multi‑disciplinary teams, shape engineering solutions, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. This position suits a confident, experienced Project Manager who thrives in environments where stakeholder engagement, technical insight and decisive leadership are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead Multi‑Functional Project Teams (MFTs) to deliver construction and building services projects
• Manage projects from inception and feasibility through design, specification, delivery and handover
• Develop detailed design briefs for building services, including major plant replacement and refurbishment
• Produce and review reports, drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Manage CAPEX business cases from preparation through approval to project close
• Monitor on‑site works, ensuring technical compliance, quality standards and H&S requirements
• Conduct audits, validate progress and ensure governance is maintained
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers and external partners to maintain strong working relationships
• Apply industry‑standard design and calculation software to support project delivery
• Support lifecycle planning, condition surveys and engineering service assessments
• Prepare and manage external project costs from request through approval to completion

Skills & Experience

• Strong background as a Project Manager within construction or building engineering
• Experience working client‑side on project delivery
• SMSTS or CCNSG (advantageous)
• NEBOSH experience (useful)
• Ability to attend site as required
• Defence sector experience (preferred)
• ONC/HNC or equivalent in Building Engineering Services or related discipline
• Experience delivering refurbishment or small‑to‑medium building services projects
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, plant and building services
• Experience within a consultancy environment
• Professional membership (CIBSE, IMechE, IET) desirable
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proficiency with IT tools including SharePoint, MS Project and G Suite
• Commitment to safety, security and ethical compliance

Impact of the Role

The Project Leader will play a pivotal role in ensuring essential infrastructure remains safe, efficient and future‑ready. Their leadership will influence engineering decisions, shape project outcomes and ensure every stage of delivery meets stringent technical and security standards.

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