Project Manager – Construction

Baltimore Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore Consulting is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager for a 3-month rolling contract in London with hybrid working arrangements. The role pays £400 per day Inside IR35 via umbrella and requires oversight of a significant capital programme across a large school estate.

You will manage capital works, SEN expansion projects, budgets, procurement, and regulatory compliance while providing technical guidance and engaging with senior stakeholders to deliver safe, sustainable

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering construction, property, capital works or maintenance projects.
• Qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property, Project Management, or related field.
• Building Surveying qualification or progress toward professional accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of construction legislation, compliance, maintenance and asset management.
• Experience in Local Authority, education estate or public sector settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of capital works, planned maintenance programmes and SEN expansion projects from inception to handover.
• Manage project budgets, procurement activity, financial reporting and governance.
• Provide expert technical property and construction advice, ensuring compliance.
• Monitor contractor performance, programme delivery, quality standards and health & safety obligations.
• Investigate building defects and develop repair strategies with stakeholders.

Skills

Capital works

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor oversight

Regulatory compliance

Education

Building Surveying/Construction/Property/PM

Job description

Construction Project Manager

3-Month Rolling Contract (expected to continue until at least the end of 2026)
£400 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid – London

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place shortly.

Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager looking for your next interim contract?

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a significant capital programme across a large and varied school estate, with responsibility for delivering planned maintenance, estate improvement and SEN expansion projects valued at over £23m.

Reporting to the Head of Estates and Facilities, you will manage projects from concept through to completion, taking responsibility for project budgets, procurement, contractor performance and stakeholder engagement.

This is a highly visible role where your technical expertise and project leadership will directly contribute to improving educational environments and ensuring a safe, compliant and sustainable estate.

If you enjoy leading complex construction projects, managing multiple priorities and working closely with senior stakeholders, this Construction Project Manager opportunity offers the chance to make an immediate impact within a busy public sector environment.

Your Role as Construction Project Manager:

• Lead the delivery of capital works, planned maintenance programmes and SEN expansion projects from inception to handover
• Manage project budgets, procurement activity, financial reporting and governance requirements
• Provide expert technical property and construction advice, ensuring full legislative and regulatory compliance
• Monitor contractor performance, programme delivery, quality standards and health & safety obligations
• Investigate building defects, develop repair strategies and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders

Your Previous Experience as a Construction Project Manager:

• Proven experience delivering construction, property, capital works or maintenance projects
• Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, Property, Project Management or a related discipline
• Building Surveying qualification or currently working towards professional accreditation
• Strong understanding of construction legislation, compliance requirements, maintenance and asset management principles
• Previous experience within a Local Authority, education estate or public sector setting would be highly advantageous

This Construction Project Manager position offers long-term contract stability, a varied project portfolio and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in improving public sector assets.

We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation.

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.

Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

Due to the fast-paced nature of interim recruitment, applications are reviewed as received and client requirements may change during the recruitment process.

Whilst we endeavour to review all applications, we may not be able to respond individually to every candidate.

Submission of an application, expression of interest or right to represent does not guarantee submission to a client, interview, placement, or engagement.

Recruitment decisions ultimately remain subject to client requirements, availability, suitability, and selection processes.

Baltimore Consulting is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are considered based on the requirements of the role and the information available at the time of review.