Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-value construction projects around Heathrow. The ideal candidate will have experience managing projects valued over £40m, possess strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, and have ambition for career progression to Project Director. A competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000 is offered along with an industry-leading benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry-leading benefits package

Clear progression to Project Directorship

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing projects valued over £40m.
• Exceptional leadership skills to motivate project teams.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and contracts.
• Excellent client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale construction projects from inception to completion.
• Manage project budgets ensuring profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure health & safety compliance across all activities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Project Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Job description

Job Description

Senior Project Manager

Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 + Excellent Package

Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager seeking your next challenge? A leading main contractor with an exceptional reputation for delivering prestigious projects is looking for a talented individual to join their team based around Heathrow.

The Company

This contractor is renowned for delivering high-value schemes ranging from £40m to £90m, including state-of-the-art developments across various sectors. With a fantastic company culture and a strong focus on career progression, this is an opportunity to work on prestigious projects while developing into Project Directorship roles in the future.

The Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and oversee large-scale construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role will require strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to inspire and drive teams to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Project Leadership: Managing all aspects of projects valued between £40m-£90m.
• Client Engagement: Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Team Management: Leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects to the highest standards.
• Programme Control: Ensuring works are completed on time and in accordance with programme schedules.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Promoting and enforcing the highest safety standards across all activities.
• Financial Oversight: Managing project budgets, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience managing projects valued over £40m, preferably within a main contractor environment.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide project teams.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts, and commercial awareness.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Ambition to progress to Project Director level.
• A commitment to delivering prestige, quality projects.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000, tailored to experience.
• Industry-leading benefits package.
• The chance to work on prestigious, high-profile projects.
• Clear progression to Project Directorship, with a structured career path.
• A company culture that values its people, fosters collaboration, and rewards excellence.