Project Manager

Hays; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious multidisciplinary consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Project Manager for a 6-12 month temporary contract. The role involves managing residential construction projects, ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Construction Management or Building Surveying, strong communication skills, and experience in consultancy.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing residential construction projects.
• Background in consultancy or client-side project management.
• Strong understanding of RIBA stages, JCT contracts, and UK building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery from concept to completion.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Drive programme performance and ensure timely project delivery.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Building Surveying

Job description

6-12 month temporary contract for a Project Manager with a multidisciplinary consultancy in Manchester

Your new company
A prestigious multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong pipeline of landmark projects, is seeking a Project Manager on an interim basis. They have just secured a new multi-storey residential development project and need a project manager to support the project and programme delivery. The office in Manchester is 50-strong across building surveying, M&E, structures, project management and quantity surveying.
Your new role
As Project Manager, you'll be at the heart of project delivery, working closely with architects, engineers, cost consultants, and contractors to ensure seamless execution from concept to completion. You'll manage multiple stakeholders, drive programme performance, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience managing residential construction projectsBackground in consultancy or client-side project managementStrong understanding of RIBA stages, JCT contracts, and UK building regulationsExcellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skillsDegree qualified in Construction Management or Building SurveyingChartered status (MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM) desirable but not essential

What you'll get in return
In return, you will secure a 6-month contract with a reputable consultancy in Manchester with a potential extension.
This role offers flexibility and hybrid working.

What you need to do now
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