CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Pertemps; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee multiple construction projects from start to handover. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing various trades, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Strong communication skills and a full UK driving license are essential for this role, which offers a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects across multiple trades.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project sequencing.
• Good knowledge of construction health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects from site start to handover.
• Oversee onsite activities, including all relevant trades.
• Act as the primary client contact and provide project updates.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Health & safety compliance

Job description

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Location: London & Surrounding Areas
Pay: £55,000-£60,000 DOE + Benefits package

Pertemps are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Construction Project Manager to join one of our major clients within their Retrofit Division. This role is responsible for overseeing multiple projects from the first day onsite through to commissioning and handover. You will ensure all works – including sprinklers, electrical, fire stopping, and building works – are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Acting as the main point of contact for the client, you will coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, and site staff to achieve successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects from site start to handover.
• Oversee all onsite activities, including sprinklers, electrics, fire stopping, and building works.
• Control critical path items such as tanks and pumps, ensuring installation meets programme requirements.
• Act as the primary client contact, attend meetings, and provide accurate progress updates.
• Capture, cost, and communicate variations to the Quantity Surveyor.
• Ensure health & safety compliance, welfare standards, and quality inspections are carried out.
• Coordinate with design, QS, and operations teams for smooth project delivery.
• Keep project trackers and QA systems (such as Trello) up to date.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing construction projects, ideally across multiple trades.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project sequencing.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Good knowledge of construction health & safety (CDM, CPP compliance).
• Confident in managing multiple sites simultaneously.
• SMSTS/SSSTS and First Aid (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

if interested, apply now or contact ashleigh on 01753687876