Construction Project Manager

365 Recruit; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established main contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Site Based Project Manager for a £75m commercial new build project in Cardiff. The role involves overseeing site operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in groundworks and proven experience with Tier 1 contractors. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a significant project in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Manager on £10m+ commercial new build schemes.
• Technical knowledge of groundworks and civil engineering packages.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 main contractor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site activity on a major commercial new build project.
• Manage subcontractors, labour, and resources to maintain progress.
• Drive high standards of health and safety.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Education

Relevant construction qualifications or trade background

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Based Project Manager to lead a large commercial new build scheme in Cardiff valued at £75m +. This role is with a well-established main contractor delivering high-quality projects across the region.

The Project Manager will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required standard. A strong background in groundworks is essential, along with proven experience managing commercial new build developments from early stages through to handover. Candidates must have experience working for a Tier 1 main contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing all site activity on a major commercial new build project
• Managing subcontractors, labour, and resources to maintain progress
• Leading on groundworks packages and early-stage site setup
• Monitoring programme, quality, and costs, ensuring project targets are met
• Driving high standards of health and safety
• Chairing site meetings and maintaining clear communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams
• Reporting on project progress and resolving issues promptly

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Project Manager on £10m+ commercial new build schemes
• Strong technical knowledge of groundworks and civil engineering packages
• Proven experience working for a Tier 1 main contractor
• Effective leadership skills, with the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
• Relevant construction qualifications or trade background
• SMSTS & First Aid