Freelance New-Build Residential Project Manager

Fawkes & Reece Group; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible freelance arrangement

Ownership of project

Professional and collaborative working

Potential for future projects

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking a proactive New Build Project Manager to oversee a residential project from pre-construction to handover. You will manage the programme, budget, quality, and safety, coordinating architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.

The role requires independent ownership from start to finish, with a focus on delivering high-quality results and managing risks.

Qualifications

• Experience managing new-build residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and project delivery.
• Excellent contractor and subcontractor management skills.
• Experience managing budgets, programmes and timelines.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership from start to finish.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the new-build project.
• Manage the project programme, budget, quality and health & safety requirements.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors and other professional consultants.
• Manage procurement, contractor appointments and material lead times.
• Monitor progress against programme and provide regular project updates.
• Identify and resolve construction issues, delays and risks.
• Ensure works are delivered to the required specification, quality and regulatory standards.
• Manage variations, costs and commercial decisions throughout the project.
• Conduct regular site meetings and coordinate project stakeholders.
• Oversee snagging, practical completion, certification and final handover.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure all relevant compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Project management

Contractor management

Budget management

Programme management

Health & safety

Communication

Detail-oriented

Job description

Fawkes & Reece Group is seeking a proactive New Build Project Manager to oversee a residential project from pre-construction to handover. You will manage the programme, budget, quality, and safety, coordinating architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and regulatory compliance.

The role requires independent ownership from start to finish, with a focus on delivering high-quality results and managing risks.