Project and Maintenance Officer

Job title : Project and Maintenance Officer

Location: South West London

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 4 days office-based / 1 day remote (flexibility available)

Rate: £350 – £450 per day

Status: Inside IR35

Longevity : 12 months

The Role:

We are seeking a Project and Maintenance Officer to support the delivery of refurbishment, compliance, and upgrade projects across a diverse mixed-use property portfolio. This includes office campuses, schools, libraries, community and leisure facilities, as well as residential buildings.

You will play a key role in managing project mobilisation, coordinating specialists, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional with a strong background in maintenance or capital works, and a sound understanding of building compliance and health & safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the mobilisation and delivery of refurbishment, compliance, and improvement projects across a varied property portfolio.
• Coordinate project resources, consultants, and specialists to ensure compliance actions are implemented, including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, M&E, and energy efficiency.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, risks, and quality, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed programmes and standards.
• Prepare clear project reports, documentation, and progress updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all works comply with health & safety requirements, legislation, and organisational policies.
• Draft and develop specifications, policies, procedures, and work plans to support current and future projects.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in project delivery within property, maintenance, facilities, or capital works environments.
• Strong knowledge of building compliance, including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, and mechanical and electrical systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications Required:

• Relevant qualifications or demonstrable experience in property, construction, building maintenance, or project management.
• Sound understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong IT skills, including reporting and document management.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Greenacre Recruitment Ltd who are operating as a recruitment agency and business. Greenacre Recruitment are committed to providing employment opportunities from a diverse and inclusive candidate talent pool. We believe diversity drives innovation. If you feel you have what it takes to fulfil this role, but are worried about any perceived barriers that might hold you back from applying, please contact us for an informal chat about your requirements and we will do our best to assist.