Project Manager Construction

First Task Professional Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the revitalisation of an existing hotel in Perth. This long-term role requires skills in budget management, client relations, and overseeing the full project lifecycle. Responsibilities include managing pre-construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading multi-disciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in commercial or hospitality projects along with necessary certifications. Engage in a flagship project with a collaborative team.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead a high-profile project

Long-term engagement (approx. 20 months)

Supportive project team

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Project Manager on commercial refurbishment or hospitality projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets, costs and contract issues.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Experience managing pre-construction activities and design coordination.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and oversee multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the pre-construction phase, including planning and design development.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle from mobilisation through to completion.
• Manage budgets, cost plans, and commercial reporting.
• Chair design meetings and client updates.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Construction Knowledge

Tools

SMSTS Certification

First Aid Certification

Black CSCS Card

Job description

Project Manager

Hotel Revitalisation (Pre-Construction to Completion)

Location: Perth

Project Start: End of January

Project Duration: ~20 months

Sector: Commercial / Hospitality

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the pre‑construction phase and full delivery of an exciting Revitalisation Project for an existing hotel in Perth. This long‑term role requires a commercially savvy leader who can confidently manage client relationships and drive the project through planning, procurement, construction, and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the pre‑construction phase, including planning, design development, programming, and early procurement.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle from mobilisation through to completion.
• Manage budgets, cost plans, and commercial reporting in collaboration with QS / commercial teams.
• Chair design meetings, progress meetings, and client updates with clear, confident communication.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, contract management, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Lead on construction sequencing, logistics planning, quality assurance, and site performance.
• Problem‑solve proactively and maintain strong relationships with the client, consultants and supply chain.
• Drive project delivery to meet programme, cost and quality targets.

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Project Manager on commercial refurbishment or hospitality projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets, costs and contract issues.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Experience managing pre‑construction activities and design coordination.
• Ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams and oversee multiple workstreams.
• Strong understanding of construction programming and technical detailing.
• SMSTS, First Aid and Black CSCS card required.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a flagship, high‑profile refurbishment project.
• Long‑term engagement (approx. 20 months).
• Supportive and collaborative project team.