Project Manager

Wates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Manchester to lead planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes across high-rise buildings, focusing on cladding remediation and compliance with the Building Safety Act. The role requires strong planning and risk management skills, with proficiency in digital reporting tools like Power BI. Applicants must have a degree in Construction Management and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• CSCS Black Card, SMSTS, and strong knowledge of HRB compliance.
• APM or PRINCE2 certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of planned works and retrofit projects.
• Oversee remediation cladding programmes and ensure compliance.
• Lead planning, budgeting, and risk management activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and residents.
• Produce detailed reports and programmes.
• Ensure alignment with PAS 2035 and sustainability targets.

Skills

Understanding of live building environments and resident engagement

Planning, budgeting, and risk management capabilities

Knowledge of Building Safety Act and Building Safety Regulator Gateway

Proficient in Power BI and Asta Powerproject

Ability to create and manage detailed programmes

Education

Degree in Construction Management or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Asta Powerproject

Job description

WPS are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead planned maintenance and refurbishment programmes across high-rise buildings in the North West . The role will focus on cladding remediation , as well as associated fire and building safety works . You will ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) . You’ll be working in live environments, ensuring safety, quality, and resident engagement throughout.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of planned works and retrofit projects in occupied HRBs .
• Oversee remediation cladding programmes and ensure compliance with HRB regulations .
• Lead planning, budgeting, and risk management activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and residents to maintain programme and quality standards.
• Produce detailed reports and programmes using Power BI and Asta Powerproject .
• Ensure alignment with PAS 2035 and sustainability targets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• CSCS Black Card , SMSTS , and strong knowledge of HRB compliance .
• APM or PRINCE2 certification (desirable).

Skills

• Strong understanding of live building environments and resident engagement .
• Excellent planning , budgeting , and risk management capabilities.
• Knowledge of Building Safety Act and Building Safety Regulator Gateway process.
• Proficiency in digital reporting tools such as Power BI and Asta Powerproject .
• Ability to create and manage detailed programmes and reporting outputs.

Experience

• Proven track record delivering HRB projects under the Building Safety Act .
• Experience managing planned maintenance and cladding remediation programmes in occupied buildings .
• Demonstrated ability to maintain safety , quality , and programme in challenging environments.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link : National Security Vetting