Project Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Pareto Facilities Management Full time

Facilities Project & Operations Manager

Location: Not Specified

Reports to: Senior Management

Job Overview: The Facilities Project & Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in the strategic planning, oversight, and execution of extensive projects and operational enhancements within the Pareto Facilities Management framework. This position is essential for ensuring that all initiatives are completed efficiently, within financial constraints, and uphold the high-quality benchmarks set by stakeholders, while also facilitating the smooth functioning of daily operations by relieving site teams of supplementary project management duties.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and direct the execution of significant projects, encompassing both structural improvements and organizational transformation efforts.
  • Establish project schedules, financial plans, and detailed scopes of work, ensuring compliance with these established guidelines.
  • Engage with vendors to obtain competitive quotes, streamline supply chains, and ensure cost-effective solutions for high-value projects.
  • Deliver proactive management and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Collaborate closely with operational teams to minimize disruptions caused by project activities.
  • Design and implement strategies to enhance project responsiveness and accountability, alleviating pressure on operational teams.
  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding project status, obstacles, and achievements, fostering transparency and responsibility.

Required Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5 years' experience in managing large-scale projects, ideally within the facilities management or construction sectors.
  • Demonstrated project management expertise, with a track record of delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Strong leadership capabilities and team management experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of supply chain dynamics and financial oversight.
  • Outstanding organizational and communication skills.


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