Project Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (Uk); Cambourne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension

Bonus

Holiday allowance

Job summary

A Cambridge-based permanent Project Manager role within a privately owned main contractor. The project portfolio includes high-value education sector works, refurbishment, remodelling and new build elements on a circa £10m flagship scheme.

You will lead detailed programmes, manage site operations, procurement, and contract administration while ensuring safety and client satisfaction. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or comparable qualification.
• CSCS Card
• SMSTS

Responsibilities

• Oversee the project reporting to a visiting Contracts Manager.
• Develop and manage detailed project programmes, timelines, and site setup plans.
• Obtain planning permissions, permits, and building regulation approvals.
• Oversee budget with Quantity Surveyor and maintain financial control.
• Utilise industry software to streamline delivery, tracking and collaboration.
• Oversee procurement and manage subcontractors for best value.
• Lead, mentor and evaluate the site team and performance.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams and stakeholders with regular reporting.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation plans; manage changes through contracts.
• Champion safety on site and ensure compliance with health, safety and quality standards.
• Administer contracts and manage final inspections for handover.

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

ASTA PowerProject

Procore

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1438

Location: Cambridge

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£70k-£80k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, bonus, market leading holiday allowance etc.

Company & Project: A successful and privately owned Main Contractor with decades of experience delivering projects across East Anglia are currently growing their operations team in Cambridge. A flagship build for the business, valued at c£10m, the Higher Education project is a mixture of Refurbishment, Re-modelling and New Build elements for a key client.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing the project whilst reporting to a visiting Contracts Manager.
• Develop and manage detailed project programmes, timelines, and site setup plans, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently across all phases.
• Obtain all necessary planning permissions, statutory permits, and building regulation approvals prior to and during construction.
• Partner with the Quantity Surveyor to oversee the project budget, maintaining tight financial control from start to finish.
• Adopt current and emerging industry software to streamline project delivery, progress tracking, and team collaboration.
• Oversee procurement for materials and plant, negotiating with and managing subcontractors to secure best value and ensure smooth site operations.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the site team, supporting their professional development and managing performance constructively when required.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, design teams, and key stakeholders, keeping everyone aligned through clear, consistent updates and formal reporting.
• Spot potential project risks early, putting robust mitigation plans in place and managing scope changes through the correct contract procedures.
• Champion a strong safety culture on site, conducting regular inspections to ensure all works meet strict health, safety, and quality standards.
• Administer contracts diligently, resolve disputes professionally, and manage final inspections to ensure a seamless client handover.

You will be need to be an excellent communicator, with a track record for successfully delivering projects over £5m on time, to a high quality and promoting excellent standards of Health and Safety.

Desirable Experience:

• Previously held a Project Manager role with a Main Contractor.
• Previous experience working on a Higher Education or Education project would be advantageous.
• Exceptional client facing and management skills, experience in leading teams.
• Ideally from a Site Management or Engineering background.
• Previous Roles: Contracts Manager OR Project Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Senior Site Manager.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or comparable qualification.
CSCS Card, SMSTS
ASTA PowerProject software use and Procore software use would be advantageous