Project Manager Construction

Map Talent Group; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Map Talent Group, on behalf of a leading Midlands Tier 1 contractor, is seeking a Project Manager to deliver a £50m student accommodation scheme in Leicester. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, and oversee programme, quality and safety to ensure on-time delivery.

The role offers Midlands-only project exposure, stability from a cash-rich group, and clear progression as the Midlands market expands.

Qualifications

• Proven Project Management experience with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering large-scale residential, student accommodation, hotel or similar developments.
• Strong leadership, programme management and problem-solving skills.
• Ambition to grow with an expanding regional business.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a £50m student accommodation development, managing site teams, subcontractors, programme, quality, health and safety, and overall project delivery.
• Ensure project milestones are met, maintain safety standards and quality control, and report progress to stakeholders.

Job description

Project Manager - Student Accommodation

£75K-£85K + £7,500 Car Allowance + Package | Leicester | Tier 1 Main Contractor

Job security today. Career progression tomorrow. A Midlands business set to double in size.

We're working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor looking for a Project Manager to deliver a £50m student accommodation scheme in Leicester.

What makes this opportunity stand out? You're joining one of the UK's most cash-rich construction businesses, offering real financial stability, while working exclusively across the Midlands — no travelling around the country chasing projects.

Even better, the Midlands region is set to double in size over the next three years. That means a growing business, expanding opportunities and genuine scope to progress your career as the region develops.

The Role

You'll take the lead on a £50m student accommodation development, managing site teams, subcontractors, programme, quality, health and safety, and overall project delivery.

What we're Looking For

• Proven Project Management experience with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering large-scale residential, student accommodation, hotel or similar developments.
• Strong leadership, programme management and problem-solving skills.
• Ambition to grow with an expanding regional business.

What's in It for You?

• A flagship £50m construction project.
• The financial backing of a highly cash-rich Tier 1 contractor.
• Midlands-only projects, offering consistency and stability.
• The opportunity to join a region set to double in size within three years, with excitement potential for career progression.