Project Manager

R W Armstrong; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead high-value construction projects. This role involves overseeing complex tasks, managing a small team, and ensuring that projects meet contractual and operational expectations. With a focus on heritage conservation and luxury construction, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence. The position offers career development opportunities, a competitive salary, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and innovation. Join a company that prides itself on craftsmanship and quality in every project.

Benefits

Career development programs

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Life cover

Maternity/paternity pay

Holiday allowance increasing with service

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-value construction projects.
• Strong leadership and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex construction projects and coordinate with teams.
• Manage projects valued over £10m - £15m with challenging activities.

Skills

Managerial experience

Project planning

Commercial management

Site operations

Effective time management

Leadership skills

Collaboration skills

Tools

Power Project software

Job description

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Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Site Based
Salary: Competitive
Hours per week: 42.75
Minimum Requirements: Managerial experience, High-end background.

We are a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation, and specialist crafts in London and the South of England. We work on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels, and historic architecture. Our people are our greatest asset, and their dedication to excellence underpins our reputation.

As a Project Manager, you will oversee complex construction projects, coordinate between teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders. If you have experience in project planning, commercial management, and site operations, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead high-value projects to success.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Project Director and Quantity Surveyor to engage early with supply chain partners, ensuring contractual, operational, and commercial expectations are met.
• Create and manage project programmes using appropriate software to track progress, delays, and variations.
• Plan and coordinate complex tasks, illustrating how they interlink.
• Manage projects typically valued over £10m - £15m, involving challenging contractual and operational activities.
• Use Power Project software for detailed programming, including baseline reporting, critical path, and delay analysis.
• Manage a small internal team (less than 5 people) with 2-3 direct reports, in line with HR policies and company values.
• Take full responsibility for site activities related to the project, demonstrating initiative and independence.

Our Central Region handles prestigious projects up to £100m, including sporting estates, listed properties, and manor houses, requiring expert management and craftsmanship.

When not on site, you will be based at our head office in Sherborne St John, near Basingstoke.

Benefits include:

• Career development and skills enhancement programs.
• An inclusive community valuing diversity and ideas.
• Competitive salary, pension, sick pay, life cover, maternity/paternity pay, and long service awards.
• Holiday allowance increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Exclusive retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering legal and counselling support.
• Christmas closure for festive rest.
• Healthcare programs, flu vaccines, and menopause support.

Key knowledge and skills:

• Effective time management for complex documentation and subcontractor oversight.
• Maintaining high standards on site and ensuring appropriate conduct.
• Strong leadership and collaborative skills.