Project Manager

Skilled Careers; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee a £100m Build-to-Rent residential project in Milton Keynes. The role involves managing project delivery from pre-construction to completion, ensuring quality and adherence to regulations. Ideal candidates will have expertise in BTR, stakeholder management, and risk control, and are expected to start the project on site in January.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing multifaceted projects in the BTR sector.
• Ability to oversee complex stakeholder groups and deliver quality outcomes.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of BTR projects ensuring quality and budget targets.
• Manage design development and procurement processes.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budget Control

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager Build-to-Rent (BTR)

Location: Milton Keynes

Reports To: Construction Director

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of a new £100m Build-to-Rent (BTR) residential development. This role is critical to ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of all phases of the project from pre-construction through to practical completion and operational handover.

The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of the BTR sector, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder groups, control project risk, and deliver high-quality rental housing tailored to long-term operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of BTR projects, ensuring quality, time, and budget targets are met.

• Manage design development and pre-construction activities, working closely with consultants, architects, and planning authorities.

• Prepare and maintain project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and delivery reports.

• Procure and manage consultants and contractors; oversee tender processes and contract negotiations.

• Monitor construction progress on site, chair project meetings, and coordinate issue resolution.

• Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning conditions, health & safety standards, and ESG goals.

• Collaborate with asset management and operational teams to ensure alignment with long-term rental strategy and tenant experience expectations.

• Report project performance and progress to internal stakeholders and senior management.

This project is already through gateway and is looking to make a start on site in January.