Construction Project Manager

Ridgeway and Co; Cambridge; In loco; GBP 90.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

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Career progression

Major project exposure

Competitive salary

Strong health & safety culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Project Manager to join a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major commercial project in Cambridge.

You will supervise site delivery teams, subcontractors and programmes, ensuring safety, quality and client satisfaction across all construction phases. The role demands proven experience delivering large-scale commercial buildings and strong leadership.

Competenze

• Experience as Project Manager delivering large-scale commercial buildings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and packages.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes and procurement.

Mansioni

• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of a major commercial construction project.
• Manage and coordinate site management teams, subcontractors and specialist packages.
• Oversee construction programmes, milestones and delivery targets.
• Collaborate with Commercial Manager, QS and Design Management teams.
• Maintain relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Ensure works meet health & safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Monitor progress and address delays with corrective actions.
• Lead site meetings and subcontractor coordination.
• Ensure successful completion and handover.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing

Programme management

Subcontractor management

Commercial awareness

Formazione

Construction management degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Project Manager - Tier 1 Main Contractor - Cambridge

Location: Cambridge, CB3

Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Sector: Main Contracting / Commercial Construction

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are currently working with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join their team on a major commercial construction project in Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering large-scale commercial building projects for a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 main contractor.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the project through its key construction phases, overseeing site delivery teams, subcontractors, programme, quality and overall project performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the successful delivery of a major commercial construction project.
• Manage and coordinate site management teams, subcontractors and specialist packages.
• Oversee construction programmes, project milestones and delivery targets.
• Work closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyors and Design Management team.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health and safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays and implement corrective measures.
• Lead regular site meetings, progress reviews and subcontractor coordination.
• Ensure successful project completion and handover.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager working for a Tier 1 or established Tier 2 Main Contractor.
• Strong commercial construction experience is essential.
• Demonstrable track record delivering large-scale new-build commercial projects.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and construction packages.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes, procurement and project delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills.
• Commercial awareness and experience working alongside Quantity Surveying teams.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred.
• Relevant construction management qualification or equivalent experience.

Candidates from commercial offices, education, healthcare, life sciences, research facilities or other major building projects will be considered.

Please note: This position requires main contracting experience within commercial building construction. Applicants with solely residential development, groundworks or civil engineering backgrounds will not be suitable.

Salary & Benefits

• £90,000 - £100,000 basic salary
• Permanent position with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Major commercial construction project in Cambridge.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with an established and experienced project delivery team.