Are you a Project Manager looking to be part of an exciting new chapter?

The Football Association is seeking a Project Manager (SGP 2.0) to join our Operations team on a 2-year fixed-term contract.

This role supports the implementation of ‘SGP 2.0', a high-profile, multi-year initiative to upgrade the FA's performance centre for England teams and coach education. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing capital expenditure projects across the 330-acre estate, including grounds, pitch facilities, the National Football Centre, and the Hilton Hotel with 228 bedrooms for major sporting or business conferences.

This position is based at St George's Park, requiring on-site work approximately 3 days a week.

What will you be doing?

1. Managing multiple capital schemes at St George's Park, valued from £5k to £2M, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards, with a focus on customer service.
2. Planning and programming project delivery within a live estate, coordinating works around major events such as international training sessions for England teams.
3. Acting as contract administrator for relevant schemes from start to completion.
4. Representing the National Football Centre's interests, negotiating processes, balancing client needs, specifications, financial aspects, and sustainability considerations.
5. Serving as the main contact for end-users, managing expectations, and communicating effectively with stakeholders and teams.
6. Supporting the Lead Project Manager in reviewing and developing estates contract procedures and tendering documentation.
7. Leading risk management and issue resolution within projects, escalating when necessary.
8. Assessing contractor performance, ensuring safety, quality, and value for money.
9. Managing purchase orders, invoices, and providing financial updates.
10. Delivering projects following PM procedures, maintaining documentation like project programmes, risk registers, and meeting minutes.
11. Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety policies and statutory standards, including risk assessments and safety plans.
12. Executing additional tasks as needed to meet the FA's priorities.
13. Adhering to company policies to maintain high standards of health, safety, and well-being.
14. Completing a DBS check as part of our commitment to safety in football environments.

What are we looking for?

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Relevant professional certification or chartered status (RICS, APM, ICE).
• At least five years of project management experience in construction or consultancy.
• Experience managing budgets and schedules in construction management.
• Proven risk management skills in construction projects.
• Proficiency with Excel and strong numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., Prince).
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, with presentation skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with JCT contracts (MW, DB, IC).

Beneficial:

• Health & Safety qualifications (NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and statutory standards.
• Understanding of renewable energy and sustainability in construction.
• Experience in client-side project management.
• Design understanding and AutoCAD skills.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a unique work environment with offices near Wembley Stadium and the world-class St. George's Park. Benefits include tickets to Wembley events, free nutritious lunches, private medical cover, a pension scheme, additional leave and volunteering days, and flexible hybrid working.

Visit our FA Careers page for more information. We promote diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. All employees will be required to complete a DBS check, aligned with role requirements and legislation.