Head Of Projects

2 weeks ago

East London, South Africa Paretofm Full time

Head of Projects – Business Unit South Location: UK Wide Reports to: Business Unit Director Role Purpose The Head of Projects will lead the Projects function within their assigned Business Unit at ParetoFM. Responsible for all project delivery activity within the Business Unit, covering capital works, lifecycle, refurbishments, and fit outs. The role ensures projects are delivered safely on time, to budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. The postholder will work closely with the leadership team, as well as the central Commercial, Procurement, and Finance functions, to ensure projects contribute positively to Business Unit growth, margin delivery, and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Business Unit Integration Lead the Business Unit projects team, setting clear objectives, managing performance, and developing capability Align project delivery with the overall strategy and operational model Act as a senior member of the Business Unit management team, contributing to strategy, planning, and client development Project Delivery Oversee delivery of all Business Unit projects (typically £50k–£2m) from inception to completion Ensure robust controls are applied across programme, scope, budget, quality, risk, and health & safety Drive innovation, sustainability, and ESG commitments within project execution Client & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the Business Unit's senior projects contact for key client accounts Work with Business Development and Operations to support project bids, tenders, and proposals Build trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners Commercial & Financial Management Ensure projects achieve agreed BU financial targets and margins Manage cost plans, forecasts, cash flow, and reporting in collaboration with Finance and Commercial Apply best practice procurement and contract management Governance & Compliance Maintain compliance with statutory and company H&S standards, embedding a zero-harm culture Provide accurate, timely BU reporting to the Business Unit Director and Group COO Ensure adherence to Pareto's project governance and risk management frameworks Key Skills & Experiences Significant experience delivering projects within Facilities Management, engineering, or construction Strong track record of managing project teams in a Business Unit, regional, or

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