Project Manager

Aldwych Consulting; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of a major construction project in Hampshire. You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors, and work with planning and commercial teams to ensure on-time, on-budget, and quality delivery.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record delivering complex projects for main or specialist contractors, strong programme and cost management skills, and a thorough understanding of health, safety, environmental,

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction programmes, site operations and project management processes.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in the UK and meet eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for successful delivery of construction works, ensuring programme, budget, quality and safety objectives are achieved.
• Manage and coordinate site teams, including Site Managers, Engineers and Foremen.
• Work with planning to develop and review construction programmes and address delays.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, management and coordination.
• Monitor project financial performance and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with commercial team on contract matters including early warnings and change management.
• Ensure adequate resources (labour, plant, materials) are available to meet project needs.
• Chair regular site progress meetings and communicate updates to management.
• Coordinate with technical and design teams to resolve queries and delivery of activities.
• Prepare and implement construction management documentation like method statements and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Leadership

Site operations

Stakeholder management

Education

NVQ Level 5/6 Construction Management

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Portsmouth

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We are working with an established and highly respected construction contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of a project in Hampshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering complex construction projects.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all aspects of project delivery, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

You will be responsible for leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, managing project resources and working closely with commercial and planning teams to ensure the successful delivery of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of construction works, ensuring programme, budget, quality and health & safety objectives are achieved.
• Manage and coordinate site teams, including Site Managers, Engineers and Foremen, ensuring clear communication and effective allocation of responsibilities.
• Work closely with the planning team to develop, maintain and regularly review construction programmes, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective measures.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, management and coordination, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with programme requirements.
• Monitor project financial performance, identifying commercial risks and opportunities to improve profitability.
• Work alongside the commercial team to manage contractual matters, including early warnings, compensation events and change management.
• Ensure appropriate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources are available to meet project requirements.
• Chair regular site progress meetings, reviewing performance, upcoming works and any operational challenges.
• Coordinate with technical and design teams to resolve queries and ensure the timely delivery of construction activities.
• Oversee the preparation and implementation of construction management documentation, including method statements, risk assessments and construction phase plans.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures throughout the project.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular progress, programme and commercial updates to senior management.
• Lead, motivate and develop the project delivery team, promoting high standards of performance and collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in delivering complex construction or infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience working as a Project Manager for a main contractor or specialist construction contractor.
• A successful track record of delivering substantial construction projects from planning through to completion.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, site operations and project management processes.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams, subcontractors and project resources.
• Excellent understanding of construction programmes, progress monitoring and project reporting.
• Strong commercial awareness, including experience managing project budgets, costs and contractual risks.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts, including early warnings and compensation events.
• A thorough understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal departments.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Relevant degree, NVQ Level 5/6 or equivalent construction management qualification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS certification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Appointed Person and First Aid at Work qualifications would be advantageous.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.