Project Manager - Operations
Employer: BRE
Location: Mostly Remote – This role is primarily home-based, with occasional travel to our head office in Watford for planned meetings (once every two months).
Working hours: Full time
Salary: £43,000 - £46,000 per annum
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Make your mark at BRE!
BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.
Your role at BRE
The Operations Project Manager will lead and coordinate operational and commercial projects that support the strategic objectives of the Research & Impact division. This non client facing role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, improving internal processes and supporting the delivery of digital transformation activities.
Lead and manage operational and commercial projects from initiation through to delivery
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with strategic priorities
Support contract management, commercial reporting, and operational governance activities
Oversee Microsoft Dynamics 365–related project tasks, including onboarding and workflow improvements
Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring issues are escalated appropriately
Drive process improvements and contribute to updates of Standard Operating Procedures
Provide structured operational support to the Head of Research & Impact Operations.
What we are looking for
Proven experience managing operational or commercial projects, ideally within a research, technical, or complex organisational environment
Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Experience supporting or overseeing contract management and commercial reporting processes
Familiarity with business systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, including workflow management and documentation
A track record of driving process improvements and contributing to operational best practice
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Experience working within structured project management frameworks (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, PMP) or equivalent practical experience
Confidence in identifying risks, managing project actions, and ensuring timely delivery against agreed timelines
An adaptable and solutions-focused approach to supporting operational change and digital transformation.
BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package
Health & Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Career Development
Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
Professional membership reimbursement
For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
Work Location Options
Mostly Remote – This role is primarily home-based, with occasional travel to our head office in Watford for planned meetings (once every two months).
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