Project Manager (Architect) - Global Residential portfolio

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment fund manager seeks a Project Manager specializing in residential development for high-profile projects in London. The successful candidate will manage diverse tasks from project planning to procurement, ensuring top-quality execution. This role is ideal for proactive professionals with extensive experience and a hands-on approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience as a project manager in prime residential real estate.
• Experience with conservation and listed buildings.
• Experience overseeing projects up to £5 million.

Responsibilities

• Arrange tenders for works up to £5 million.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets.
• Conduct regular property inspections.

Skills

Project Planning

Stakeholder Management

Organisational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

RICS or RIBA/ARB certification

Job description

Job Description

The client requires a Project Manager with extensive experience in residential development across all RIBA stages in the UK. The ideal profile could be an architect, project manager, or development manager. The client is a global investment fund manager across global macro asset classes. They have over 200 employees internationally and six in the property team. This role will be office-based, five days a week, in Mayfair. It would suit someone who wants to prioritise their career and reap the benefits of working in a dedicated, tight-knit team. It is a unique opportunity and a varied role overseeing a global private residential portfolio.

The role involves working on UK and global projects, focusing on new builds and refurbishments of both listed and non-listed properties. You will follow program plans for prestigious, once-in-a-lifetime projects. This position is ideal for those who want to stay closely involved in design and development of projects and enjoy a hands-on role. This opportunity suits profiles comfortable with significant responsibility and minimal hand-holding.

This is an opportunity to work directly within a family office, working with an UHNWI. You'll be part of an experienced and efficient team, and gain exposure to an incredible range of projects.

Responsibilities

• Arrange tenders for works, including drafting client briefs and schedules of works up the value of £5million
• Monitor projects to ensure they adhere to timelines and budgets.
• Oversee suppliers and contractors to ensure work meets high standards, agreed timeframes, and cost-effectiveness.
• Draft contracts, particularly within the JCT suite.
• Administer contracts and manage post-completion documentation.
• Conduct regular property inspections alongside the Property Director.
• Work with the Property Director to refine procedures, improving efficiency and quality.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• RICS or RIBA/ARB certified
• Strong business acumen in project planning and management
• Strong verbal, written, and organisational skills
• Proven experience of over 5 years as a project manager on prime or super prime residential real estate in the UK
• Experience in conservation and /or listed buildings
• Seen through RIBA stages
• Has appointed and procurement consultants for projects up to £5million
• Experience of refurbishment, new build residential projects
• Exceptional stakeholder management

Please note, this is a five-day-a-week office-based role, apart from site inspections. The salary is based on the individual to ensure no levels or profiles are excluded.