Senior Project Manager (Facilities & Infrastructure)
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Details of the role:
Working pattern: This is a full time permanent hybrid role (4 days in the office) on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
Salary: From £68,668 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
Application closing date: 19th of January 2026 at 23.59
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced, ambitious Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex laboratory rearrangements, refurbishments, and infrastructure upgrades across the Institute. This is a high‑impact role where you will manage engineering and building services projects end‑to‑end, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards.
You will play a key leadership role within the Engineering Projects team, with opportunities to mentor colleagues, lead project teams, and contribute to long term succession planning as part of our talent review process. With experience delivering complex engineering and building services projects particularly lab refurbishments or infrastructure upgrades, you will be adept at building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and navigating the unique challenges of a scientific environment so you must be an excellent communicator and strong collaborator.
This role is also a development pathway, with the postholder being supported and prepared as a potential future successor to the Head of Engineering Projects. It would ideally suit someone with an engineering background who has moved into the project management space with science research experience
What you will be doing
As a Senior Project Manager at the Crick, you will:
- Manage the full lifecycle of multiple building services and engineering projects, from feasibility and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
- Ensure projects comply with all statutory regulations, technical standards, and internal governance processes.
- Review and challenge technical proposals, designs, specifications, and contractor solutions to ensure optimal performance and value for money.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and leadership to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other team members.
- Promote best practice in project management methodologies and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to long-term planning of the Engineering Projects portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
- Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to developing the skills and knowledge required for future progression into the Head of Engineering Projects role.
Please see full Job Description here
About you
You will have:
- Proven experience leading complex building services or engineering projects within large estates, infrastructure, or construction environments.*
- Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, or multi-disciplinary building services engineering.*
- Demonstrated success in managing project budgets, programmes, risks, and contractor performance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.*
*Minimum Requirements
About Working at the Crick
Our values
Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture
- We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently.
- We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.
- We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community.
At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: karen.au@crick.ac.uk
Find out more about life at the Crick.
What will you receive?
At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:
- Visas: Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to work in the UK
- Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
- Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
- Health & Well-being:
- 24/7 GP consultation services.
- Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
- Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
- Work-Life Balance:
- Back-up care for dependents.
- Childcare support allowance.
- Annual leave purchase options.
- Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
- Perks:
- Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
- Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed.
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.