Project Manager – Leeds

Bell Building Projects Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Income protection

Death in service

Annual salary reviews

Discretionary performance-based bonus

32 days holiday with flexible bank hol

Job summary

Bell Building Projects Limited is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Leeds team on a full-time basis. You will oversee day-to-day operations, lead site teams and subcontractors, and collaborate with commercial and design departments to drive projects safely, on time and to high quality standards.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will manage programmes, costs, variations and client communications, ensuring robust site records and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction, ideally for a main contractor.
• Experience delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, cladding or fire remediation projects is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, programming and commercial management.
• UK Health and Safety regulations and quality standards knowledge.
• Experience managing site teams, subcontractors and external consultants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day project operations from mobilisation to handover.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors to ensure successful delivery.
• Develop and monitor project programmes to meet milestones.
• Monitor project costs, variations, procurement and financial performance with the commercial team.
• Manage relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Lead progress meetings and report to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Leadership

Procore

Education

3-Day First Aid at Work

Full UK driving licence (preferred)

Tools

Procore

Job description

About Us

Bell Building Projects (BBP) is a growing construction company delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, fire remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

We’re proud of the reputation we’ve built, but even more proud of the people behind it. Our continued growth has created a strong pipeline of work, giving our teams long-term job security, opportunities to develop their careers and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.

We believe in investing in our people, recognising good performance and creating an environment where everyone is trusted, supported and encouraged to progress. Whether you’re joining us on site or in one of our offices, you’ll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration and doing things the right way.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Leeds on a full-time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of a construction project, ensuring it is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This is a site-based role where you will oversee day-to-day project operations, manage site teams and subcontractors, and work closely with our commercial and design departments to ensure the project runs efficiently from mobilisation through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of the project from mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.
• Leading and supporting Site Managers, site-based teams and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Developing, reviewing and monitoring project programmes to ensure key milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Working closely with the commercial team to monitor project costs, variations, procurement and financial performance.
• Managing relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other key stakeholders.
• Leading project progress meetings and providing regular updates to senior management.
• Ensuring labour, materials and subcontractor resources are effectively planned and coordinated.
• Identifying and managing project risks, delays and operational challenges, implementing solutions to maintain progress.
• Overseeing health and safety compliance, ensuring company procedures and statutory requirements are consistently met.
• Monitoring quality assurance processes, ensuring works are completed in accordance with specifications and approved designs.
• Working closely with the Design Management team to resolve technical queries and ensure design information is available in line with project requirements.
• Ensuring accurate project records, site documentation and Golden Thread information are maintained.
• Managing the handover process, including completion documentation, defects and client sign-off.
• Maintaining high standards of communication, professionalism and client satisfaction throughout the project.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry, ideally working for a main contractor.
• Experience delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, cladding or fire remediation projects would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project programming and commercial management.
• 3-Day First Aid at Work certification.
• Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations, health and safety legislation and quality standards.
• Understanding of Building Safety Regulator requirements and Golden Thread processes would be beneficial.
• Experience managing site teams, subcontractors and external consultants.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to monitor budgets and identify project risks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software, ideally Procore.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with strong leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Why Join BBP?

Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline. We offer a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, income protection, and death in service benefits. Enjoy annual salary reviews, discretionary performance‑based bonuses, and 32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme. We actively support professional development and training, and business mileage is reimbursed. Our offices are fully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Applications are open to candidates with the right to work in the UK.