Project Manager - Facilities Maintenance at IQA Group, Scotstoun

Project Manager – Facilities Maintenance

Location: Glasgow, G52 4PR
Salary: £52,000 - £57,000 per annum + Benefits!
Hours and Contract: Permanent, Full time – 40 Hours per Week
Benefits: 26 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays, Car Allowance, Competitive pension scheme and company sick pay and Career Growth: Genuine pathways for professional progression within a rapidly growing, national group!

Help Build Something New

At IQA, we're entering an exciting new phase of growth as we expand into the Facilities Maintenance sector.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to play a key role in establishing and shaping a new service offering within a successful and growing business.

Drawing on the strength of our existing operations, you'll help develop a best-in-class Facilities Maintenance delivery model, creating the systems, processes and standards that will support long-term success.

Alongside managing day-to-day contracts and operational delivery, you'll act as a subject matter expert, providing insight into Facilities Maintenance operations, supporting business growth and helping us build a market-leading service.

If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, drive operational excellence and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role – Project Manager – Facilities Maintenance:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for the planning, management and delivery of Facilities Maintenance projects and contracts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

You will oversee direct labour and subcontractors, manage resources and budgets, maintain strong client relationships and ensure all works are completed in accordance with contractual requirements, quality standards and health and safety legislation.

This role combines operational leadership with strategic input, offering the opportunity to shape how IQA delivers Facilities Maintenance services into the future.

As our Project Manager – Facilities Management you will be responsible for:

• Manage Facilities Maintenance contracts from planning through to successful completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.
• Lead and coordinate direct labour, subcontractors, materials and resources across multiple projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and operational teams.
• Monitor project performance, manage costs and produce regular progress reports.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards, including RAMS.
• Carry out site visits, inspections and operational reviews to drive high standards of delivery.
• Resolve project issues proactively and implement effective solutions.
• Support the development of IQA's Facilities Maintenance offering through process improvement and operational expertise.
• Contribute to business growth by supporting client presentations, contract opportunities and tender submissions.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced operational leader with a strong background in Facilities Maintenance, contract delivery or a related environment.

You will be commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable managing multiple projects while maintaining exceptional standards of service and safety.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Previous Project Management or Contract Management experience within Facilities Maintenance, Building Services, Property Services or a similar sector.
• Strong understanding of Facilities Maintenance operations and industry best practice.
• Proven experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of contract profitability.
• Solid knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour teams.
• Ability to identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent planning, organisation and communication skills.

It would be great if you had:

• Experience helping establish new operational processes, procedures or service lines.
• Knowledge of Facilities Maintenance KPIs and SLAs.
• Experience supporting tenders, bids or contract mobilisation.
• Understanding of relevant Facilities Management accreditations and compliance requirements.
• Experience within utility, infrastructure, property services or maintenance sectors.

Why Join IQA

This is an opportunity to do more than manage contracts.

You'll be joining at the beginning of an exciting new chapter, helping build a Facilities Maintenance division from the ground up while working within an established and successful organisation.

If you're an experienced Facilities Maintenance Project Manager looking for a role where your expertise will genuinely shape the future of a growing service offering, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help build the future of Facilities Maintenance at IQA.