Interim Project Manager (New Build) in London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Project Manager in London to manage new-build housing projects on a 6-month contract. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in capital works and hold relevant project management qualifications. This role offers a competitive daily rate and flexible working options, aimed at impactful community projects.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive daily rate

Long-term contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex capital works and housing projects.
• Knowledge of construction, planning, procurement, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Oversee risk, health and safety, and ensure compliance.
• Engage stakeholders and monitor project performance.

Skills

Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Practitioner)

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Education

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, RIBA, ICE)

Job description

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Job Description

Interim Project Manager (New Build), London, 6‑month contract, £450‑£500 p/day Inside IR35

Your new company

Are you an experienced project manager with a passion for delivering impactful capital projects? Join our clients' capital works team to lead the delivery of major and new‑build housing projects that make a real difference in their communities.

Your new role

• Manage capital projects from concept to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to meet project goals.
• Oversee risk, health and safety, and ensure compliance with planning and procurement regulations.
• Engage stakeholders and ensure their voices shape our projects.
• Monitor performance, manage budgets, and maintain accurate project records.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Practitioner).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, RIBA, ICE).
• Proven experience delivering complex capital works and housing projects.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction, planning, procurement, and financial management.

What you’ll get in return

• Flexible working options available.
• Competitive daily rate.
• Long‑term contract.

What you need to do now

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