Construction Project Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy in the South West is seeking a Construction Project Manager. This role offers hybrid working and high-quality project exposure across various sectors, including commercial, education, residential, and healthcare. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a construction consultancy, a relevant degree, and strong client-facing skills. Benefits include competitive salary, generous leave, and career development support.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

6% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a construction consultancy environment.
• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or similar.
• Professional qualification (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS, APM) or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Delivering consultancy project management services across the South West.
• Managing design, procurement, contract admin and delivery phases.
• Overseeing key project milestones, risk, and stakeholder management.

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with a growing presence in the South West, is looking to appoint a Construction Project Manager to join their team - based from either their Plymouth or Exeter office. With a reputation for delivering meaningful, sustainable schemes across sectors including commercial, education, residential and healthcare, this is a great opportunity for a Project Manager seeking long-term growth and impactful work.

The role offers hybrid working, high-quality project exposure, and a supportive team culture focused on collaboration, development, and sustainability.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £60,000 DOE
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Additional birthday day off
• 6 flexi days per year (can be used as extra leave)
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Life cover (3x salary)
• Private medical insurance (depending on role level)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Sabbatical after 10 years of service
• Mental health support and trained first aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme and EV charging
• Volunteering days and charity support initiatives
• Support with chartership (e.g. APM, CIOB, RICS)
• Career development and structured CPD

Construction Project Manager Job Overview

Delivering consultancy project management services across the South West. Managing design, procurement, contract admin and delivery phases. Working across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare sectors. Overseeing key project milestones, risk and stakeholder management. Preparing reports, managing timelines, and maintaining compliance. Leading meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors. Contributing to internal quality standards and sector innovation.

Construction Project Manager Requirements

• 2+ years\' experience in a construction consultancy environment
• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or similar
• Professional qualification (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS, APM) or working towards
• Broad sector experience and contract knowledge (JCT/NEC)
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Project or Asta Power Project advantageous
• Based within commutable distance of either Plymouth or Exeter (hybrid model)
• Full UK driving licence

This is an exciting opportunity to join a people-first consultancy offering a supportive, inclusive working environment and excellent progression opportunities.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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