Lead Construction Project Manager — Dual Cumbria Sites

Anderselite; Penrith; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderselite is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of two live construction schemes in Cumbria, acting as the Principal Contractor and ensuring safety, programme, cost and quality.

You will manage Site Managers, coordinate design teams and stakeholders, maintain governance and report progress to clients and senior stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Extensive pre-contract and client-facing experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Chartered status with APM, CIOB, RICS or ICE, or working towards chartership.
• PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent structured project or programme management qualification.
• Desirable: Engineering or regeneration project background.
• Desirable: Principal Contractor capacity under CDM Regulations.
• Desirable: Site-based qualifications (CITB SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS Card).

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the successful delivery of both construction projects.
• Lead the project teams, supporting the Site Managers and ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Act as the Principal Contractor, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and all statutory obligations.
• Manage client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design and consultant teams.
• Monitor programme, cost, quality and risk across both schemes.
• Establish and maintain effective governance, reporting and programme controls.
• Chair project meetings and provide regular progress reports to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and project objectives are achieved.
• Manage change control, risk mitigation and project communications.
• Promote a collaborative culture focused on quality, safety and client satisfaction.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Risk management

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Project Management / Construction Management / Engineering / Quantity Surveying

Chartered status (APM/CIOB/RICS/ICE) or working towards

PRINCE2 / MSP qualification

Job description

Anderselite is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of two live construction schemes in Cumbria, acting as the Principal Contractor and ensuring safety, programme, cost and quality.

You will manage Site Managers, coordinate design teams and stakeholders, maintain governance and report progress to clients and senior stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Extensive pre-contract and client-facing experience is essential.