Project Manager - Architectural Metalwork

The Highfield Company; City Of London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural metalwork specialist in London is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee high-quality, design-led projects. The successful candidate will manage multiple projects from award through to final handover, coordinating with internal teams and ensuring delivery to the highest standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in architectural metalwork, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. Competitive salary up to £75,000 and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Salary up to £75,000

Supportive leadership team

Clear progression opportunities

Exciting pipeline of projects

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering projects in construction or specialist subcontracting.
• Ability to drive deadlines and manage simultaneous projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple metalwork projects from design through to installation.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and programming.
• Ensure work meets safety, quality, and technical requirements.
• Conduct occasional site visits to support project progress.

Skills

Strong experience in architectural metalwork

Excellent communication skills

Organisation and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Proactive, solutions-focused approach

Job description

Project Manager - Architectural Metalwork

• London
• Up to £75,000 + benefits (DOE)
• Highly Reputable Architectural Metalwork Specialist

I’m supporting one of the UK’s leading names in architectural metalwork—a specialist renowned for delivering exceptional balconies, balustrades, staircases, canopies, bespoke features, and large‑scale metalwork packages across London.

They are now looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their high‑performing team and oversee a portfolio of high‑quality, design‑led projects.

The Role

Based in the London office, you will manage projects from award through to final handover, with occasional site visits (all within London). You’ll coordinate internal teams, liaise closely with clients and contractors, and ensure smooth, efficient delivery to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple metalwork projects from design through to installation
• Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, and programming
• Work closely with the design, production, and installation teams
• Maintain excellent communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholdersEnsure all work meets safety, quality, and technical requirements
• Conduct occasional London‑based site visits to support project progress

What They Are Looking For

• Strong experience in architectural metalwork – essential (balconies, balustrades, staircases, secondary steel, bespoke metalwork)
• Proven track record delivering projects in construction or specialist subcontracting
• Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and drive deadlines
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £75,000
• Work with one of the most respected metalwork specialists in the UK
• Exciting pipeline of high‑profile London projects
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Clear progression opportunities in a growing business

Apply today and our Steel specialist at the Highfield company, Sabrina O’Donnell, will be in touch.