Project Manager - Estates

Job Introduction

Salary: £50,281.08 per annum 

Contract Type: One Permanent Position and One 23‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract Available

Location: Permanent role based in Edinburgh and Fixed Term Contract based at Buckingham Palace Road (London). A London Allowance of £4,613.61 is payable for roles based at Buckingham Palace Road only.

Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available

Hours: This is full-time role (37 hours per week)  

British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.

The Opportunity: 

British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting two Estates Project Manager's to join the Estates team and support delivery within our A Force on the Move transformation programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates or early‑career professionals, particularly those with a background in Construction, Engineering, Surveying or Estates, who are looking to take their first step into project management.

In this role, you’ll be part of a major transformation programme, helping to modernise how the Force operates and improve the environments in which our people work. You’ll work on real, high‑impact projects from the outset, gaining hands‑on experience across the full project lifecycle.

You’ll support and lead projects by developing plans, coordinating teams, and tracking progress to ensure delivery on time and within budget. You’ll also gain experience creating business cases, managing stakeholders and contributing to key decisions that shape the future of BTP. 

Working within BTP’s ENTERPRISE change framework, you’ll build practical knowledge of structured project delivery while developing your skills in planning, communication and stakeholder engagement. 

This is an exciting opportunity to learn, develop and grow your career, with exposure to large‑scale estates projects and the chance to make a real impact within a national policing organisation.

What you'll be doing:   

• Supporting and leading the delivery of projects within the A Force on the Move programme, helping to modernise how the Force operates
• Working with project teams and stakeholders to plan, coordinate and deliver projects on time and within budget
• Managing the full project lifecycle, from early planning and business case development through to delivery and handover
• Preparing reports, tracking progress and managing risks, issues and project performance
• Building strong relationships with colleagues and partners to support collaborative and effective delivery
• Supporting the transition of projects into business‑as‑usual and contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement

What you'll bring to the team: 

• A degree in a relevant field (e.g. Construction, Engineering, Surveying, Facilities or Estates Management) or equivalent experience
• Some experience of delivering or supporting projects, with an understanding of structured project management approaches
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to prepare reports, business cases and practical recommendations
• Confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across a range of audiences
• Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work effectively, either independently or as part of a team
• A proactive, resilient approach, with the ability to solve problems, adapt to change and make decisions under pressure

What we offer:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
• Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
• Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
• Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
• Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months. (not applicable for FTC's)
• Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
• Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Excellent Pension scheme:  We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension-Queries@btp.police.uk. Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.

Additional Information: 

BTP is a national Force and on occasions the role may require travel to meet with stakeholders, employers, management, and suppliers as needed, although every attempt is made to keep this to a minimum. 

Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description. 

How to apply: 

Applications will be via an up to date CV and online application form, as part of this application you will be asked to outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 5 July 2026

Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment Vetting (3 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document. 

Medical: We’ll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.  

References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.

Inclusion & Diversity: 

We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve. 

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices. 

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know - we are happy to support you. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here. 

For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please click the links Inclusion & Diversity Disability Confident Scheme

Join Us:
Ready to take the next step in your career? At BTP, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, make a real impact, and be part of something extraordinary.

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