Babraham Research Campus

Project Manager (Life Cycle / Minor Works)

Closing date: Fri, Jul 24, 2026

Job description

Up to £48,000 per annum | Permanent | 37 hrs | Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge

The Babraham Research Campus is a worldclass hub where pioneering bioscience companies grow, collaborate and thrive. Set within 430 acres of beautiful parkland, the campus brings together cutting-edge science facilities, exceptional workspaces, and a vibrant community of innovators.

Why this role matters

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Project Manager to join our Building & Estates team. In this role, you’ll lead and deliver a diverse range of life cycle and minor works projects across our growing property portfolio.

No two days are the same. You’ll work closely with internal teams, tenants and contractors to deliver high quality outcomes, ensuring minimal disruption across our multioccupancy scientific campus. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied, fast paced environment and is motivated by delivering exceptional customer service.

What you’ll be doing

Managing multiple small and medium scale construction and building services projects

Maintaining accurate project records, documentation, design info and compliance paperwork

Coordinating works within tenant areas, including access, shutdowns and permits to work

Ensuring CDM and Building Regulations compliance through all project stages

Leading meetings, reporting on expenditure and workload, and maintaining project data

Providing excellent aftercare and customer service

Managing dilapidations, Licence to Alter processes and associated budgets

Continuously improving processes, documentation and service delivery

Working collaboratively with internal teams, tenants and contractors

What you’ll bring

Experience in managing construction or building services projects up to £1M

Confident, organised and meticulous with great record keeping skills

An excellent communicator who builds strong relationships at all levels

Customer focussed and proactive, with a problem-solving mindset

Skilled in Microsoft Office; CAFM and CAD experience is desirable

Knowledgeable about Health & Safety and CDM Regulations

Comfortable working both independently and as part of a supportive team

Relevant qualifications such as a project management or NEBOSH certificate are desirable but not essential.

Why join us?

You’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

10.5% employer pension contribution (with 3% employee contribution)

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown privilege days

Discretionary annual bonus

Private healthcare & employee wellbeing support

Sports & social club, on-site restaurant, gym, tennis court and football pitch

Onsite accommodation options (waiting list applies) & Nursery (subject to availability)

Free parking (with a commitment to sustainable transport)

Our commitment to inclusion

We value and celebrate diversity. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re passionate about delivering excellent service, enjoy working in a varied and collaborative environment, and want to help support the success of some of the UK’s most exciting bioscience companies, we’d love to hear from you.

Send your CV and covering letter to: brchr@babraham.co.uk

Contact the team

Send us a message about availability, events, partnerships or any other enquiry.

The Babraham Research Campus

(+44) 1223 496 000
info@babraham.co.uk

Babraham Research Campus
Cambridge
CB22 3AT, United Kingdom

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