Project Manager

Velocity Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a cladding remediation project in Leeds City Centre. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project lifecycle, including coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cladding projects and relevant certifications. This role offers a salary up to £60,000 plus a £6,000 car allowance and excellent long-term progression opportunities.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

Ongoing professional development

Strong long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a main contractor environment.
• Strong background in cladding, façade, or remediation projects.
• Excellent knowledge of current building and fire safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle of a cladding remediation scheme.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with building safety and remediation standards.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Card

First Aid Certification

Job description

Project Manager - Cladding Remediation

Location: Leeds City Centre

Salary: Up to £60,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance

Contract Type: Permanent - Main Contractor

Role

We are recruiting an experienced Project Manager to lead a £1m Cladding Remediation project on a prominent office building in Leeds City Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected main contractor with a strong pipeline of remediation and refurbishment work across the region.

You will take full responsibility for delivering the project safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards, managing subcontractors, liaising with the client team, and ensuring compliance with new building safety and cladding regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full project lifecycle of a cladding remediation scheme valued at approx. £1m.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure efficient and safe project delivery.
• Develop and manage project programmes, risk plans, method statements, and progress reports.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure strict compliance with building safety, fire safety, and façade remediation standards.
• Monitor costs, variations, and commercial performance in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Oversee site health & safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a main contractor environment.
• Strong background in cladding, façade, or remediation projects (essential).
• Excellent knowledge of current building and fire safety legislation.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple moving parts, solve problems proactively, and drive programme delivery.
• SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid; relevant construction qualifications preferred.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £60,000 + £6,000 car allowance
• Opportunity to lead a high-profile city centre project.
• Strong long-term progression opportunities within a supportive contractor.
• Ongoing professional development and training