Project Manager
Posted 3 days ago by Harvey Nash Plc
£48,882 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Lancashire, UK
Summary: The role of Project Manager at Lancaster University involves leading the delivery of a high-profile Immersive Simulation space, coordinating activities among various internal departments and external contractors. This full-time, fixed-term position requires strong project management skills, particularly in integrating technology and construction elements within a strict timeline. The successful candidate will work closely with specialized teams to ensure the successful implementation of advanced Audio Visual equipment and simulation systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the delivery of a high-profile Immersive Simulation space.
- Coordinate activities among Facilities, Information Systems Services, and Academic Departments.
- Manage third-party Construction, IT, and Audio-Visual contractors.
- Ensure successful integration of Audio Visual equipment and simulation systems.
- Work alongside internal delivery teams with specialized experience.
- Deliver projects within strict deadlines.
Key Skills:
- Strong project management experience.
- Experience in delivering projects with building and technology elements.
- Ability to coordinate multiple teams and contractors.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Experience working under tight deadlines.
Salary: £48,882 yearly
City: Lancaster
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
ISS - Customer, Strategy & Governance
Role: Project Manager
Fixed Term Until: March 2026
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £39,906 to £48,882 Full time, Fixed Term
Closing Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025
Reference: 0868-25
Lancaster University are seeking an experienced project manager to work with teams from Facilities, Information Systems Services and Academic Departments to lead on the delivery of a high-profile Immersive Simulation space. This is a full time, fixed term position.
The role will be crucial to coordinating all activities for internal departments and third-party Construction, IT and Audio-Visual contractors. During the building phase this will ensure successful integration of highly specialist Audio Visual equipment and a state-of-the-art simulation system with dedicated IT workstations and a control room space.
You will work alongside internal delivery teams who bring the required experience of the specialist areas. There is a challenging timeline for the project, and the successful candidate must have strong experience in delivering to strict deadlines ideally in a project combining building and technology elements.
The role is based on the Lancaster University Bailrigg campus, for internal University staff, a secondment opportunity may be considered for this role - please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager before you apply.
Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
We promote equality of opportunity and diversity within the workplace and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Lancaster University is a Disability Confident employer. Under this scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you are interested in the role, please apply below with your CV.
