Project Manager

ENGINEERINGUK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-owned construction company is seeking a Project Manager for their Residential team in Cardiff. The role focuses on high-rise projects, requiring strong leadership and project management skills to ensure successful delivery and customer satisfaction. The company offers competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and extensive benefits, including private medical and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary & profit share scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Car Allowance / Company Car

Travel coverage to sites

Private Medical

Pension (8% employer contribution)

Health and Wellness programs

26 days holidays plus bank holidays

Comprehensive learning and development programs

Industry-leading family leave benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-rise projects.
• Ability to develop and control project budgets.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and control project budgets and programmes.
• Secure and manage resources effectively for project delivery.
• Ensure smooth handovers and support end-users.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Budget Management

Resource Management

Job description

Job Opportunity: Project Manager at Wates Group

Employer: Wates Group | Location: Cardiff, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom | Salary: Competitive | Closing date: 19 Jun 2025

The Vacancy

Wates is seeking a Project Manager to join our Residential team in Cardiff, focusing on high-rise projects in the region. Our Residential division invests in, develops, builds, and sells quality affordable housing, collaborating with Local Authorities, Registered Providers, and public bodies.

About the Role

Our Project Managers are integral to our success. This role involves providing leadership, insight, and direction to ensure the safe and profitable delivery of projects, achieving excellent customer satisfaction, and developing a high-performing team.

As a Project Manager, you will:

1. Develop and control project budgets, including profit, preliminaries, and procurement, and implement detailed programmes for monitoring progress.
2. Secure and manage resources effectively to deliver projects within constraints, ensuring professional and efficient execution.
3. Ensure smooth project handovers and support end-users throughout the process.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Car Allowance / Company Car
• Travel coverage to sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including Private Medical, Pension (8% employer contribution), Health and Wellness programs, 26 days holidays plus bank holidays, and more
• Comprehensive learning and development programs supporting your career growth
• Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks paid maternity and 12 weeks paid paternity leave

Note: Due to the nature of this position, a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at offer stage. We assess all applicants fairly, regardless of criminal convictions, and may conduct additional pre-employment checks. For more details, see: National Security Vetting.

About Wates

Wates is a leading UK family-owned development, construction, and property maintenance company with over 125 years of legacy. Our purpose is 'reimagining places for people to thrive,' guided by promises to create sustainable, inclusive places, protect the environment, and foster a supportive workplace. We are recognized as a Gold Investors in People and a Disability Confident employer, committed to fair recruitment practices.

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