Construction Project Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Construction Project Manager to deliver impactful projects across various sectors including commercial, residential, and healthcare. The role offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 DOE, along with excellent benefits such as flexible working, extensive leave, and support for professional development. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years' experience in a consultancy environment and a relevant degree, along with communication and client-facing skills.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Additional birthday day off

6 flexi days per year

6% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Career development and structured CPD

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a construction consultancy environment.
• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or similar.
• Professional qualification or working towards it.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Project Management or Construction Management

Professional qualification (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS, APM)

Tools

MS Project

Asta Power Project

Job description

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 their Manchester 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.

Construction Project Manager Salary & Benefits

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 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 Coast
• 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 Job 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 it
• Broad sector experience and contract knowledge (JCT/NEC)
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Project or Asta Power Project advantageous
• 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.