Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction company based in Maidstone is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver residential new build and care home projects across Kent and the South East. This role offers a salary of £80,000 – £90,000 plus package, and provides genuine opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking contractor.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Project Manager within the construction sector.
• Experience in residential new build and/or care home projects is essential.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful delivery of new build residential and/or care home schemes.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Maintain strong client relationships and attend progress meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Black Card

First Aid

Job description

Overview

Project Manager – Residential / Care Homes

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + Package

About the Role

ESD Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-established construction company who are seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver residential new build and care home projects across Kent and the South East.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with a healthy pipeline of projects and genuine opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the successful delivery of new build residential and/or care home schemes from pre-construction through to handover.
• Lead site teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure programme, cost, quality, and safety targets are achieved.
• Maintain strong client relationships, attending progress meetings and providing regular updates.
• Drive compliance with health & safety and NHBC standards throughout the build.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and reporting to senior management.
• Identify risks early and implement solutions to maintain project momentum.

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Project Manager within the construction sector.
• Experience in residential new build and/or care home projects is essential.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and compliance processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholders, drive teams, and deliver projects to deadline.
• Relevant qualifications (SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, First Aid).