Senior Project Manager

Mind Partners UK; Paris; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mind Partners is partnering with an international corporate real estate advisory firm to appoint a Senior Project Manager in Paris.

You will join the Building Project Consultancy Department, coordinating with clients, design teams and contractors to deliver projects from feasibility through handover across office, retail, logistics and industrial assets.

The role requires a construction-focused engineering background, at least five years of experience, and excellent English.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in construction, civil, or building engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and a strong team player.
• Strong listening skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Define client requirements in coordination with the contracting authority.
• Contribute to technical assessment and diagnosis of building conditions.
• Support client in defining project needs, risk analysis, and mitigation measures.
• Collaborate in managing and coordinating feasibility and design studies.
• Contribute to selection of design teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Assist with drafting and monitoring contracts and agreements.
• Support monitoring of project progress, schedules, budgets, and handover processes.
• Contribute to cost and schedule management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in management of construction-related warranties and guarantees.
• Assist with Technical Due Diligence prior to acquisition.

Skills

English proficiency

Organised

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree in construction/civil/building engineering

Job description

Mind Partners is an executive search firm with offices in London and Paris. We specialise in retained executive search for senior leaders, top management, and subject-matter experts. We are currently partnering with an international corporate real estate advisory firm who is seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager.

The company operates nationwide and across a broad range of assets, including office buildings, retail, logistics, and alternative real estate. From property valuation and project management to asset management, leasing, and sales, the firm supports its clients at every stage of their real estate strategy.

As Senior Project Manager , you will join the Building Project Consultancy Department, a multidisciplinary team of approximately 15 professionals with diverse experience. The team delivers projects for clients across a wide range of sectors, including banking, commercial, office, embassy, and industrial environments.

The department provides services in the following areas: Technical Audits & Due Diligence and Project Management for both tenants and landlords. Reporting directly to the Head of Department and you will play an active role in the development and growth of the Building Project Consultancy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in defining the client’s requirements in coordination with the contracting authority
• Contribute to the technical assessment and diagnosis of building conditions
• Support the client in defining project needs, assist with risk analysis, and help propose appropriate mitigation measures
• Collaborate in managing and coordinating feasibility and design studies
• Contribute to the selection of design teams, consultants, and contractors
• Assist with the drafting and monitoring of contracts and agreements
• Support the monitoring of project progress, schedules, budgets, and handover processes
• Contribute to cost and schedule management throughout the project lifecycle
• Participate in the management of construction-related warranties and guarantees
• Support departmental assignments and assist with the department’s services, including Technical Due Diligence prior to acquisition.

Requirements

• Engineering degree with a specialisation in construction, civil engineering, or building engineering (e.g. ESTP or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and a strong team player
• Strong listening skills and effective communication