Consultant Project Manager

Focus Consultants; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Consultants is seeking a Consultant Project Manager to drive exciting construction projects in heritage, culture, and healthcare. The successful candidate will manage project lifecycles, ensuring timely and on-budget delivery while working closely with diverse stakeholders. This role offers growth in a supportive environment, along with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible hybrid work environment

Opportunities for growth and progression

Support to become Chartered Surveyor

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Management within the construction sector is essential.
• Professional certifications (RICS, CIOB, APM, etc.) would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead project concept and brief development.
• Manage change control procedures and overall project financial reporting.
• Conduct regular site visits and risk assessments.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Proactive Problem Solving

Client Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Project Management or related construction field

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

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London Office Based

We are looking for a London-based Consultant Project Manager to manage a range of exciting construction projects within the heritage, culture and healthcare sectors that range from multi-million-pound regeneration projects to blockbuster exhibitions at leading museums in the UK. As the successful candidate, you would also be required to support our Project Management team and should already have an established set of skills and some experience within this field. We welcome applications from individuals already at consultant grade and those looking to move to into up into this position within a supportive environment. Salary will reflect your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Throughout the project lifecycle the successful candidate will lead on:

• Project concept and brief development
• Procuring design teams, consultants and contractors
• Developing and implementing project infrastructures and communication strategies
• Chairing management and co-ordination meetings
• Developing and applying effective management co-ordination and reporting systems
• Directing, monitoring and overseeing design activity
• Undertaking risk management studies and implementing control procedures
• Managing change control procedures
• Overall project financial reporting
• Developing and updating master and sub programmes
• Monitoring and overseeing the project’s construction and handover phases.
  
  

What Will You Do

• Work closely with project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Create detailed project plans that address scope, goals, deliverables, resources and workloads.
• Liaise with internal teams, external partners, and clients to maintain clear communication and smooth progress throughout.
• Conduct regular site visits and risk assessments, addressing potential issues promptly.
• Track project performance through management of project data and regular progress reports.
• Support Quantity Surveying team with cost estimates, feasibility studies, tender documentation, and contract administration.
  
  

Stay updated with industry trends, and PM methodologies / practices through participation in training programs and industry events, plus share knowledge and best practices via team discussions.

You Will Bring

• A Degree in Project Management or a related construction field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in Project Management within the construction sector is essential.
• Excellent IT literacy, including proficiency in MS Office. Ideally with proficiency in MS Project or similar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead and build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to manage a busy workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivation, proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional certifications (RICS, CIOB, APM, etc.) would be an advantage but we can support you to work to these if needed.
• Knowledge of Contract Administration (JCT or NEC) is an advantage.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package reflective of experience.
• Flexible hybrid work environment, providing a healthy work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse projects and the opportunity to work on multiple projects to get more experience.
• Opportunities for growth and progression in a company that values diversity and inclusion.
• Support to become Chartered Surveyor.
  
  

Who Are We

We are a forward-thinking, growing SME operating from both London and the East Midlands. With strong sustainability credentials and a commitment to making a positive impact, we actively seek to drive change in our industry. Our innovative approach, coupled with a hybrid work environment, provides our employees with a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere where they can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Our clients include: NHS, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Museums, Heritage Organisations and other not for profit and public sector organisations.

Focus is committed to fostering a culture of continual professional development and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth within various disciplines and delivering exceptional client service.

If you are motivated a team player with strong client-facing skills looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. If you would like a chat to discuss the role further, please contact us.

Focus Consultants is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community: Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture.

Please forward your CV and a covering letter (max one side of A4) setting out why you are interested in the role and what you think you could bring to it to [e-mail]

Reference: Consultant Project Manager London 05.25

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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