Project Manager

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Coalville; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid annual membership for a profess.

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group is seeking a Project Manager in Leicestershire with regular travel to UK offices. The role involves leading a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and public sector projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

You'll coordinate clients, directors and multidisciplinary teams, contribute to developing the PM function, and travel nationally as needed. 9:00am–5:00pm, full-time permanent position.

Qualifications

• 12 days CPD annually.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Experience delivering diverse projects across residential, commercial and public sectors.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of large, complex projects across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee residential, commercial and public sector projects from inception to completion.
• Monitor programmes, budgets, resources and quality standards.
• Act as main point of contact for clients, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Chair client and design team meetings with regular project updates.
• Prepare and maintain project plans, identify risks and implement solutions.
• Coordinate third-party approvals and communications with authorities.
• Agree fee proposals and manage project timescales and communication.
• Support implementation of a company-wide project management system.
• Contribute to growth of the project management team and mentoring.
• Travel nationally to support projects when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager on a full time and permanent basis based in Leicestershire with regular travel to various offices within the UK.

Project Manager

Location: Leicester (regular travel to offices across the UK required)

Salary: Circa £55,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid annual membership for a professional institution

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, commercially aware Project Manager to lead and coordinate a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and public sector projects. Working closely with clients, directors and multidisciplinary teams, you'll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to manage complex projects, build strong client relationships and contribute to the development of the company's project management function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of large and complex projects across multiple disciplines.
• Oversee residential, commercial and public sector projects from inception to completion.
• Monitor project programmes, budgets, resources and quality standards.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Chair client, consultant and design team meetings, providing regular project updates.
• Prepare and maintain project plans, identifying risks and implementing practical solutions.
• Coordinate third-party approvals and maintain effective communication with authorities and consultants.
• Agree fee proposals, manage project timescales and ensure clear communication throughout delivery.
• Support the implementation of a consistent company-wide project management system.
• Contribute to the growth of the project management team, including mentoring future colleagues.
• Travel nationally to support projects when required.

Professional Responsibilities

• Complete a minimum of 12 days' CPD annually.
• Work collaboratively across all departments.
• Uphold company values, customer service standards and the Customer Charter.
• Follow all quality, health & safety, environmental and wellbeing policies.
• Maintain accurate WIP, invoicing, resource tracking, timesheets and expenses.
• Support client care, including monthly fee quote follow-ups.
• Contribute to staff meetings and wider business initiatives.
• Hold a full, clean UK driving licence with access to a vehicle insured for business use.

About You

You'll be an organised and confident Project Manager with excellent communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects while building strong relationships with clients and colleagues. You'll be proactive, commercially minded and comfortable coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver successful outcomes.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.