Project Manager

Construction; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Share Scheme

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Construction in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee CAT A/CAT B fit-out projects across multiple sectors. You will manage projects from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, staying within budget and delivering high-quality results.

You will coordinate clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams, lead meetings, manage risks and reporting, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering commercial, fit-out, refurbishment, or design & build projects.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Ensure delivery safe, on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Lead project and site meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor costs, variations, forecasting and overall profitability.
• Oversee procurement schedules and ensure materials align with programme requirements.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Education

Degree / HNC / HND in construction

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

• Location: Cambridge
• Job Title: Project Manager (CAT A / CAT B Fit-Outs)
• Package: Competitive Salary + Company Car + Share Scheme
• Travel Required

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to oversee a range of construction, refurbishment, and CAT A/CAT B fit-out projects across multiple sectors.

Managing projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover, you will ensure delivery is safe, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role involves coordinating clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and company procedures.
• Develop and manage project programmes, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Lead project and site meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports, project updates, and programme information.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and project teams.
• Interpret contract documentation, drawings, specifications, and technical information.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure performance, quality, compliance, and programme targets are achieved.
• Coordinate site teams and provide leadership and support where required.
• Monitor project costs, variations, forecasting, and overall profitability.
• Support valuations, final accounts, and commercial project performance.
• Oversee procurement schedules and ensure materials are delivered in line with programme requirements.
• Review supplier and subcontractor invoices.
• Assist with tender and estimate preparation when required.
• Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed and defects are resolved promptly.

Desirable

• SMSTS or SSSTS.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• CITB Temporary Works Coordinator (TWCTC).

Essential Requirements

• Construction-related qualification (Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering commercial, fit-out, refurbishment, or design & build projects.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and CDM Regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and project costs.
• Full UK driving licence.