Project Manager - Leeds

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Ledston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd in Leeds is seeking a motivated Project Manager to join a respected independent construction and property consultancy. You will deliver high-profile projects across sectors, work with experienced professionals and develop your career within a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

This role offers clear progression towards senior management, ownership of key activities, and strong client exposure in a collaborative environment with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Project Manager within a construction or property consultancy.
• A relevant degree in Construction Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• MRICS qualification, or an ambition to work towards chartership.
• Experience delivering construction projects through different stages of the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and project management processes.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach, excellent attention to detail and a genuine commitment to client service.
• The ambition to develop into a Senior Project Manager and ultimately progress into a leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the successful delivery of construction projects across multiple sectors.
• Managing project programmes, budgets, risks and key deliverables.
• Coordinating consultants, contractors and wider project teams.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building strong professional relationships.
• Assisting with procurement, contract administration and Employer's Agent duties.
• Monitoring project progress, preparing reports and attending site meetings.
• Supporting design management, project governance and risk management.
• Working alongside Cost Managers to achieve the best commercial outcomes for clients.
• Contributing to fee proposals, bids and new business opportunities.
• Taking increasing ownership of projects as your experience and confidence develop.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Stakeholder management

Education

Construction Project Management or related degree

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Leeds

Salary: £40K - £50K + Excellent Benefits

Sector: Property & Construction Consultancy

Ready to take your Project Management career to the next level?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Project Manager to join a highly respected, independent construction and property consultancy in Leeds.

Working with an impressive portfolio of clients across a diverse range of sectors, you'll have the opportunity to deliver high-profile projects, work alongside experienced industry professionals and develop your career within a business that genuinely invests in its people.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager looking for greater responsibility, exposure to interesting projects and a clear route towards senior management and leadership.

The Opportunity

Joining an established and growing Project Management team, you'll work closely with senior colleagues to deliver construction projects from inception through to completion.

You'll enjoy a varied role with genuine client exposure, the opportunity to take ownership of key project activities and the support to develop your technical and commercial expertise.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the successful delivery of construction projects across multiple sectors.
• Managing project programmes, budgets, risks and key deliverables.
• Coordinating consultants, contractors and wider project teams.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building strong professional relationships.
• Assisting with procurement, contract administration and Employer's Agent duties.
• Monitoring project progress, preparing reports and attending site meetings.
• Supporting design management, project governance and risk management.
• Working alongside Cost Managers to achieve the best commercial outcomes for clients.
• Contributing to fee proposals, bids and new business opportunities.
• Taking increasing ownership of projects as your experience and confidence develop.

About You

We're looking for a motivated, commercially aware Project Manager who enjoys working with clients, thrives in a collaborative environment and is keen to progress their career.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience working as a Project Manager within a construction or property consultancy.
• A relevant degree in Construction Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• MRICS qualification, or an ambition to work towards chartership.
• Experience delivering construction projects through different stages of the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and project management processes.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach, excellent attention to detail and a genuine commitment to client service.
• The ambition to develop into a Senior Project Manager and ultimately progress into a leadership position.

This is more than just another Project Manager vacancy. You'll be joining a successful consultancy with an excellent industry reputation, an impressive client base and a genuine commitment to developing its people. Whether you're an established Project Manager looking for your next challenge or an ambitious Assistant Project Manager ready to take the next step, I'd love to hear from you.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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