Project Manager Construction

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver high-quality new build and refurbishment schemes. This role involves leading site operations, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Join a collaborative team with a strong commitment to delivering complex projects across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a main contractor environment.
• Solid understanding of construction methods and project management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations, managing teams, subcontractors, and direct labor.
• Manage project budgets, procurement, and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS certification

First Aid at Work certification

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager
Ridgeway & Co are working with an established and growing regional main contractor to appoint an experienced Project Manager, delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment schemes in Milton Keynes and the surrounding region.
This contractor has built an excellent reputation for delivering complex projects across the commercial, industrial and residential sectors, with a strong pipeline of secured work and a collaborative, supportive culture.
Key responsibilities:
*
Lead daily site operations, managing site teams, subcontractors and direct labour.
*
Develop, monitor and update project programmes and schedules.
*
Manage project budgets, procurement and cost control.
*
Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality and environmental standards.
*
Liaise with clients, consultants, supply chain and local stakeholders.
*
Chair regular site meetings and produce progress reports.
*
Deliver projects on time, within budget and to specification.
*
Promote a positive, collaborative working culture on site.
Requirements:
*
Proven experience as a Project Manager within a main contractor environment.
*
Strong background delivering new build or refurbishment projects, ideally valued between £5m–£20m.
*
Industrial experience highly desirable.
*
Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills.
*
Solid understanding of construction methods, HSEQ and project management best practice.
*
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid at Work (essential).
*
Full UK driving licence.
Please apply with the latest copy of your CV or contact James Bennett on the details provided