Project Manager

London Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Greater London seeks a skilled Project Manager to oversee residential construction projects. The role involves managing budgets, resources, and schedules, ensuring quality standards during the building process. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field, along with proven experience in delivering multi-unit projects. Key benefits include a competitive salary, private medical care, and work-life balance initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Private Medical

Group Pension Scheme

25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Gym Membership corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering multi-unit residential projects.
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures.
• Able to coordinate a team across different disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee construction procedures.
• Plan all construction operations and ensure deadlines are met.
• Evaluate progress and carry out weekly subcontractor meetings.

Skills

Proven experience in residential construction

Proficiency in project management software

Excellent leadership skills

Strong knowledge of construction methods

Negotiation and communication skills

Organisational and time management skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Familiarity with health and safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Site Management

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Job description

About Us

London Square is a leading residential and mixed‑use developer and Aldar‑owned company, delivering communities in well‑connected locations across Greater London. Since its establishment in 2010, the award‑winning company has delivered nearly 5,000 homes, through a mix of prime, mid‑market and all‑tenure homes, including affordable homes through its independent provider Square Roots. Aldar and London Square are committed to creating world‑class developments, anchored in high quality design, sustainability, and customer service excellence.

About the Role & Team

To lead the project and construction teams to deliver the development to quality, time and budget targets, including managing budgets, schedules, contractors, and ensuring quality standards are met across all phases of construction. The role will be site based in Willesden with some occasional travel required to our head office in Uxbridge.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner to budget and quality targets.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project.
• Obtain permits and licences from appropriate authorities.
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations.
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met.
• Acquire material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies.
• Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities.
• Ensure supervision of the work of sub‑contractors and give them guidance when needed.
• Evaluate progress and carry out weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Prepare detailed reports.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety and environmental standards and report issues.
• Liaise with sales, technical, development, local authorities and other key stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in residential construction as a Project Manager or Project Lead.
• Proven track record of delivering multi‑unit residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore).
• Well‑versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.
• In‑depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles.
• Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards, to include NHBC.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Thrives on challenge, resilient and promotes best practice.
• Able to remain calm and controlled under pressure.
• Communicates and negotiates persuasively – capable of influencing others assertively, building rapport with colleagues.
• Able to build relationships across functions, internally and externally.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field.
• NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Site Management.

What’s in it for you?

Ensuring you have a work‑life balance and stay healthy and happy is important to London Square. We offer the following core benefits.

• Competitive compensation package, car allowance and discretionary bonus.
• Private Medical, Group Pension Scheme and Life Insurance.
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays including a holiday trading scheme and long service days.
• Dental Cover.
• Bupa Employee Assistance.
• Virtual GP Service.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles.
• Cycle to Work.
• Gym Membership corporate discounts.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Perkpal (shopping discounts).
• Tech Scheme.
• Payroll Giving.

Our Commitment

London Square is a fresh, exciting and rewarding place to work and our success is based on the quality of our people. It is an exciting time to join London Square. If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic team, click on the link to apply.

London Square are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require support as part of your application or require more information please email [e-mail].

At London Square, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better innovation, productivity, and overall success. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their background or identity, to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. London Square are not able to offer visa sponsorship.

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