Project Manager in Folkestone

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Project Manager – 3 to 4 Month Fixed-Term Contract



Location: Folkestone & Ashford (Kent)

Contract Length: 3 months

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience)



Overview



We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Project Manager to deliver a time-critical relocation and refurbishment project over a three-month period. The successful candidate will take full ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering all phases of the project, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers.



This is a practical role requiring strong organisation, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently.



Project Scope



The project consists of four key phases:



Decommissioning the current site in Folkestone



Refurbishment of the “new” unit in Ashford



Installation and recommissioning of all machinery at the Ashford site



Dilapidation works at the Folkestone site, completed to an agreed standard



Each phase includes numerous sub-tasks such as obtaining and evaluating quotes, contractor negotiations, scheduling works, managing budgets, and ensuring deadlines are met.



Key Responsibilities



Develop and manage an end-to-end project plan covering all four phases



Source, appoint, and manage contractors and suppliers



Obtain, review, and negotiate quotes and contracts



Coordinate site works, machinery moves, installations, and recommissioning



Agree and manage realistic timescales across all workstreams



Ensure all works meet agreed specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements



Manage risks, issues, and dependencies proactively



Oversee dilapidation works and sign-off against agreed standards



Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and senior management



Ensure project delivery within agreed budget and timeframe



Skills & Experience Required



Proven experience managing complex, multi-site projects



Strong background in refurbishment, relocation, or industrial / manufacturing environments



Experience coordinating contractors and technical specialists



Excellent organisational, negotiation, and communication skills



Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines



Practical, solutions-focused approach with attention to detail



Comfortable working on-site as required



Desirable



Experience with machinery relocation and recommissioning



Knowledge of dilapidations and landlord handback requirements



Health & Safety awareness (e.g. SMSTS, IOSH – beneficial but not essential)



What We Offer



Short-term, high-impact contract



Autonomy and responsibility for end-to-end project delivery



Competitive day rate



To apply:

Please submit your CV along with a brief summary of relevant experience or call Jill on (phone number removed)



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