Construction Project Manager

Bennett and Game; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable principal contractor in Preston is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee significant envelope cladding projects. The role involves risk management, compliance, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in envelope cladding along with strong project management skills. This position offers a competitive salary between £60,000 and £75,000, hybrid working options, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Project bonus scheme

Access to Udemy and other training courses

Team social events

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in envelope cladding.
• Solid technical and contractual knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage project teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project management of envelope cladding schemes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain communication with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Envelope cladding expertise

Project management

Risk management

Client communication

Job description

A progressive and people focused principal contractor is milliard to appoint experienced Project Managers to support its continued growth across major facade remediation projects. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology, and the future of safer, better built environments. Head office is in Portsmouth, and for the next two years projects will be concentrated around Nottingham, Leeds and Sheffield.

Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings, and public sector assets. The company has built strong, long‑term partnerships with blue‑chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites.

Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, aiming to exceed £50 m turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development.

Project Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 (DOE)
• 25‑30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybridически working available
• Pension scheme
• Project bonus scheme
• Company bonus scheme
• 4 years death‑in‑service cover
• Critical illness cover
• Team social events
• Company events and supportive social environment
• Comprehensive in‑house and external training and development
• Access to Udemy and other training courses
• Charity fundraising days
• Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower

Project Manager Job Overview

• Oversee contract and project management of significant envelope cladding schemes
• Responsible for risk management, site activities, health and safety adherence, and compliance
• Ensure projects run efficiently within agreed timelines and financial parameters
• Maintain effective communication and relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members
• Willingness to travel to various project sites across the UK as required

Project Manager Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' specific experience in envelope cladding
• Solid technical and contractual knowledge with strong financial and commercial awareness
• Proven ability to manage project teams, subcontractors, and client interactions
• Technical proficiency and robust understanding of health andAle subject regulations
• Must be located within a practical commuting distance to specified regional sites

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Forward workload confirmed into 2028
• Secure financial backing with strong reserves
• Low staff turnover and clear paths for progression
• Structured mentoring and access to coaching
• Real stories of team members doubling their earnings in under three years
• Weekly culture feedback that informs senior management decisions
• Training support, flexible working, and long‑term incentives including shares

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