Construction Project Manager
Mitie
General ManagementJob category
General Management Location: Falkland Islands | Full-Time | Return Flights to the UK| Accommodation & Meals Provided | Tax Free Income
Shape the future of military infrastructure in the South Atlantic!
Mitie proudly supports the UK Armed Forces as the Hard FM contractor for the MOD estate in the Falkland Islands. Our team of 150 professionals keeps essential services running across accommodation, airfields, and more.
We are looking for a proactive Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of diverse construction and refurbishment projects at Mount Pleasant Complex in the Falkland Islands. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact infrastructure projects that support UK Armed Forces operations, in a setting that demands resilience, adaptability, and strong leadership.
Yo ur Role
What You'll Bring
What You'll Get
Ready to take your career to the South Atlantic?
Apply now and become part of a team delivering critical infrastructure in support of national defence.
Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.
We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.
When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices!
We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).
We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!
Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at .
Since 1987, Mitie's 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.
Join our Mitie Team.
Together our diversity makes us stronger.
Shape the future of military infrastructure in the South Atlantic!
Mitie proudly supports the UK Armed Forces as the Hard FM contractor for the MOD estate in the Falkland Islands. Our team of 150 professionals keeps essential services running across accommodation, airfields, and more.
We are looking for a proactive Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of diverse construction and refurbishment projects at Mount Pleasant Complex in the Falkland Islands. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact infrastructure projects that support UK Armed Forces operations, in a setting that demands resilience, adaptability, and strong leadership.
Yo ur Role
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects across the MOD estate.
- Develop and manage detailed project programmes, schedules, and budgets.
- Prepare scopes of work, tender documentation, and oversee contract administration.
- Coordinate contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure effective collaboration.
- Monitor project progress and performance, providing regular updates and reports to senior management.
- Ensure full compliance with construction regulations, health and safety legislation, and MOD standards.
- Conduct site inspections to assess quality, identify risks, and resolve issues promptly.
- Produce detailed scopes of work and technical drawings using CAD.
- Manage procurement of materials, subcontractors, and specialist services.
- Advise on sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost-effective construction solutions.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, end users, and internal teams.
- Lead risk management activities and drive continuous improvement across project delivery.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience as a Construction Project Manager delivering projects in commercial, residential, or public sector environments.
- Strong knowledge of construction practices, regulations, and contract management.
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, and procurement processes.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in stakeholder engagement.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying, or a related field.
- Professional membership (e.g., CIOB, RICS, APM) or working towards (essential).
- Familiarity with MOD estates and JSP requirements (desirable).
- Commitment to health, safety, quality, and sustainability standards.
What You'll Get
- Unaccompanied position with free single living accommodation and meals at the mess.
- Tax Free income.
- 5% site allowance (monthly) and 10% tour bonus (annually) .
- 33 days annual leave plus Falkland Islands bank holidays.
- Return flights to the UK twice per year .
- Structured onboarding and support from experienced teams
- Unique Lifestyle and a rare opportunity to live and work in one of the world's most remote British territories.
- Career Defining Experience whilst supporting UK Defence operations.
- Daily encounters with penguins, seals, and stunning landscapes.
Ready to take your career to the South Atlantic?
Apply now and become part of a team delivering critical infrastructure in support of national defence.
Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.
We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.
When you join us, we'll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days' holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices!
We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).
We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there's a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!
Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing at .
Since 1987, Mitie's 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.
Join our Mitie Team.
Together our diversity makes us stronger.
JOB SUMMARY
Construction Project Manager
Mitie
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Full-time
Construction Project Manager