Project Manager

Fawkes & Reece London; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction firm in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee significant commercial, heritage, and residential developments. You will manage projects valued up to £50m, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines, while mentoring reporting staff for their professional growth. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant degree or HNC and possess proven experience in leading projects across various sectors, including commercial and industrial construction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading commercial, industrial, logistics, or residential construction projects.
• Strong management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial, heritage and residential developments valued up to £50m.
• Lead the project team to ensure compliance with company policies and sustainability strategies.
• Support and mentor reporting staff in their professional development.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Relevant Degree / HNC

Job description

Our key Main Contracting client has extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, including major projects and due to growth within the region, they are now keen to appoint an experienced Project Manager within their Operational team.

They are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable Project Manager to oversee commercial, heritage and residential developments valued up to £50m. This role involves the overall management and control of new build schemes across these sectors, working with private clients, developers, and institutional stakeholders. You will ensure the highest standards of health and safety, client facing, timely completion, and adherence to budget and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction

• Provide technical input for PQQs and tender submissions, including construction methods, value engineering, and programming.

Construction Stage

• Lead the project team to ensure compliance with company policies and sustainability strategies.
• Oversee health, safety, welfare, and environmental compliance across diverse project types.

Personnel & Development

• Support and mentor reporting staff, ensuring their professional development and adherence to job roles.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Relevant Degree / HNC.
• Proven experience in leading commercial, industrial, logistics, or residential construction projects.
• Strong management experience.