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Project Manager 3 to 4 Month Fixed-Term Contract Location: Folkestone & Ashford (Kent) Contract Length: 3 months Start Date: ASAP Rate: Competitive (dependent on experience) Overview We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Project Manager to deliver a time-critical relocation and refurbishment project over a three-month period. The successful candidate will take full ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering all phases of the project, working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers. This is a practical role requiring strong organisation, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently. Project Scope The project consists of four key phases: Decommissioning the current site in Folkestone Refurbishment of the new unit in Ashford Installation and recommissioning of all machinery at the Ashford site Dilapidation works at the Folkestone site, completed to an agreed standard Each phase includes numerous sub-tasks such as obtaining and evaluating quotes, contractor negotiations, scheduling works, managing budgets, and ensuring deadlines are met. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage an end-to-end project plan covering all four phases Source, appoint, and manage contractors and suppliers Obtain, review, and negotiate quotes and contracts Coordinate site works, machinery moves, installations, and recommissioning Agree and manage realistic timescales across all workstreams Ensure all works meet agreed specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements Manage risks, issues, and dependencies proactively Oversee dilapidation works and sign-off against agreed standards Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and senior management Ensure project delivery within agreed budget and timeframe Skills & Experience Required Proven experience managing complex, multi-site projects Strong background in refurbishment, relocation, or industrial / manufacturing environments Experience coordinating contractors and technical specialists Excellent organisational, negotiation, and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Practical, solutions-focused approach with attention to detail Comfortable working on-site as required Desirable Experience with machinery relocation and recommissioning Knowledge of dilapidations and landlord handback requirements Health & Safety awareness (e.g. SMSTS, IOSH beneficial but not essential) What We Offer Short-term, high-impact contract Autonomy and responsibility for end-to-end project delivery Competitive day rate To apply: Please submit your CV along with a brief summary of relevant experience or call Jill on 01622 686333 INDMAI TPBN1_UKTJ