Real Estate Project Manager
Thales · Reading ·
- Category
- Project management
Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.
Real Estate Project Manager
Location: Cheadle, Reading or Crawley (with UK Wide Travel)
Shape the future of our UK workplaces
If you’re looking for a role where your leadership genuinely transforms how people work, collaborate and innovate, this is it. We’re searching for a Real Estate Project Manager who brings clarity, confidence and a collaborative spirit to some of the most important projects in Thales UK.
This is a role for someone who enjoys bringing people together, solving complex challenges and delivering spaces that help teams thrive.
Why this role is exciting
You’ll lead high‑profile capital projects that directly influence the future of our UK sites
You’ll work with senior leaders and diverse teams, building strong relationships and shaping strategic decisions
You’ll have the freedom to drive improvements, challenge assumptions and introduce better ways of working
You’ll be part of a supportive team that values empathy, communication and inclusive leadership
You’ll see the real‑world impact of your work — from new builds to major fit‑outs to workplace transformations
This is a role with visibility, influence and the chance to leave a legacy.
What you’ll be doing
Leading capital projects from early scoping to handover
Managing budgets with transparency and confidence
Engaging stakeholders and ensuring every voice is heard
Championing compliance across CDM, H&S and Chorus II
Supporting bids and business cases as a trusted SME
Driving continuous improvement in how we deliver projects
Overseeing small works and maintaining a “no surprises” culture
What you’ll bring
Experience delivering major construction or fit‑out projects
A calm, inclusive leadership style that builds trust
Strong organisational skills and confidence with Microsoft Project
A recognised project management qualification (e.g., IPMA)
The ability to influence, challenge and collaborate with a wide range of people
A proactive, self‑driven approach with a focus on clarity and communication
Why you’ll love being part of this team
You’ll join a group that values openness, teamwork and continuous learning. We support each other, celebrate wins together and create an environment where everyone can contribute and grow.
You’ll be trusted, supported and encouraged to bring your ideas forward.
Our Benefits:
Performance-related bonus (grade dependent)
Car cash allowance (grade dependent)
Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 – delete if not applicable to the BL
28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)
24 hours volunteering paid for
Private healthcare (grade dependent)
Pension scheme
Life cover
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.
At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.
If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.
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