Project Manager

We are the independent charity that loves and looks after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. The palaces are the setting for the stories that shape us all, and we’re bringing them to people in ways that mean more to them. We want everyone to find themselves in the spaces and stories we share.

• Departments: Surveyor of the Fabric & Projects
• Home Palace: Kensington Palace with some travel to Tower of London
• Status: Established/Permanent
• Salary: £51,896 per annum + 10% Market Rate Supplement
• Days/Hours of work: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

About the role and about you

We are searching for an experienced and dedicated Project Manager to work with our specialist consultants and contractors on Exhibitions, Building Conservation and Major Project work at our extraordinary sites.

Reporting to the Head of Projects, but with shared links to the Surveyor of the Fabric, you will be part of a team of architects and building surveyors responsible for managing temporary exhibitions, interior re-presentations, building conservation, maintenance and improvement works from feasibility, through design and construction, to project review.

With a focus on managing projects with our Public Engagement, Maintenance and Commercial colleagues, improvements to visitor and staff accommodation, education and learning provision, retail & catering. You will be also be involved in the Decennial State of the Estate condition surveys which inform the prioritisation of building conservation projects. Project sponsorship, assisting internal clients with the development of business plans, reporting to Project Boards and liaison with planning officers & the Historic England Inspectorate all form part of the role.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working to suit specific project work
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Generous Employers Pension Contributions (up to 11%)
• Annual Organisational Pay reviews & Bonuses
• Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance
• Family friendly policies and benefits
• Staff discounts and membership to all palaces
• The ability to work independently and deliver projects to time, cost and quality criteria is essential. An Architectural or Building Surveying Degree or professional qualification will be supported by relevant practical experience, including knowledge of conservation policy and contract administration. Good organisational and writing skills and a sound grasp of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and Project) are required, and AutoCAD proficiency is preferred but not essential.

Closing date: 7th September 2025

Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.

We are also committed to high quality Safeguarding practices and to ensure everyone is kept safe in our palaces. We have procedures in place to ensure this commitment is delivered and will deal firmly and swiftly with anyone representing our charity who does not meet our required standards

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