Lead Project Manager – Architecture & Design Studio

The Crowd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Crowd in London is seeking a passionate Project Manager to join a mid-sized multidisciplinary architecture and design team. You will guide projects from pitch through completion, coordinating clients, consultants and internal teams while focusing on quality, compliance, health and safety, and financial control.

The role emphasizes reviewing programmes, budgets, and risks, supporting procurement and subcontractor selection, and maintaining a positive, social studio culture.

Qualifications

• Understanding of construction processes and industry standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience managing mid to large projects within residential, construction or creative industries.
• Ability to negotiate and manage disputes throughout the project.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Sociable, ambitious and proactive.
• Understanding JCT projects and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from pitch stage through to completion, ensuring compliance and quality standards throughout.
• Manage construction stages, budgets and finances.
• Identify risks and opportunities.
• Select subcontractors and a construction manager while advising where possible.
• Complete handovers, meetings and regular check-ins with clients and contractors to ensure accuracy.
• Manage procurement, appointment and valuations on site.
• Oversee project records, CRM updates and budget reports.
• Finalise and complete the project, requesting certification and final accounts.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

JCT procurement

Job description

The Crowd in London is seeking a passionate Project Manager to join a mid-sized multidisciplinary architecture and design team. You will guide projects from pitch through completion, coordinating clients, consultants and internal teams while focusing on quality, compliance, health and safety, and financial control.

The role emphasizes reviewing programmes, budgets, and risks, supporting procurement and subcontractor selection, and maintaining a positive, social studio culture.