Client Project Manager (Capital Projects)
Full-time, Hybrid (at least 4 days per week on-site)
Permanent
About the role
The British Museum is hiring a Client Project Manager to help deliver major capital projects at the heart of one of the world’s greatest cultural institutions.
This role involves leading high-profile construction and infrastructure projects within our iconic Grade I listed building. As part of the Estates and Capital Projects department, you will have the opportunity to work various projects such as our Energy Centre Programme or the redevelopment of the Western Range project.
From Masterplan developments to essential building and MEP upgrades, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard while keeping the Museum open to millions of visitors each year. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced project manager who thrives in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments and is motivated by the challenge of safeguarding and enhancing a nationally significant heritage estate.
Key areas of responsibility
• Manage and deliver Museum capital construction projects according to best practice project management standards, the RIBA Plan of Work, and using the Museum’s Project Management methodology, from inception to completion and final handover to the Client.
• Develop, manage and coordinate internal and external project stakeholder teams in support of projects.
• Procure the services of, liaise with and/or manage external consultants and suppliers ensuring that proposed procurement strategies satisfy the Museum procurement rules.
• Manage and coordinator public facing projects ensuring that the development of the design and interpretive aspects of the project are fully integrated into the rest of the project development process.
• Manage the evaluation, selection and use of innovative technologies including energy saving and sustainable measure in support of nominated projects.
• Oversee the application of VFM techniques, assisting with their review and development.
• Provide information and assist in the preparation of budgets and administer project finances.
About you
• PRINCE2 or similar project management qualification ideally with Membership of (or working towards) a Built Environment Professional Body or Association.
• Proven experience delivering capital or construction projects within a public institution or similar large, complex organisation.
• Demonstrable procurement and contract management experience, ideally within a museum or heritage organisation.
• Strong track record of budget management and resource planning.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience of integrating inputs to the projects across internal client departments, stakeholders, third party service providers, external designers etc.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills
Benefits
• Be a part of a world-renowned institution, where history, culture, and innovation come together!
• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus 2.5 privilege days and bank holidays.
• Exceptional Pension: Secure your future with one of the UK’s most generous defined benefit schemes – guaranteed income for life.
• Cultural Perks: Free tickets to exhibitions, plus complimentary and discounted entry to leading museums and galleries worldwide.
• Financial Support: Interest-free travel loans and rental deposit loans.
• Wellbeing: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Everyday Extras: Paid 1-hour lunch break, subsidised staff canteen, and discounts in our gift shop.
Our Values
Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered. These are:
• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Spark Curiosity
• Value Many Voices
Additional details
If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details.
The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants
Application Instructions
Application deadline: 12pm (midday) on Monday, 30 March 2026
