Project Manager Oxford

Stafford Lawrence; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

6% Employer Pension contribution

Paid professional subscription

Laptop and mobile provided

Active social calendar

Job summary

Stafford Lawrence is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Oxford to manage a range of high-profile projects. The role involves overseeing project delivery, ensuring adherence to architectural and technical standards.

Candidates should possess 4-6 years of experience in a UK construction consultancy and relevant qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary, strong work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of post-qualification experience within a UK construction consultancy.
• MRICS, MCIOB, or MAPM qualified or supported towards Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from feasibility to final handover.
• Take owner of diverse capital projects ensuring high standards.
• Provide expert technical advice and contract management.

Skills

Technical expertise in design coordination

Strong understanding of strategic procurement

Proven value engineering skills

Experience with JCT and NEC contract suites

Capability in utilizing Asta PowerProject or MS Project

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in a construction-related discipline

Tools

Asta PowerProject

MS Project

Job description

Construction Project Manager | Premier Consultancy

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Salary: £42,000 – £53,000 (Negotiable / Dependent on Experience)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Reference: PM/OX/52

Deliver Excellence in the City of Innovation

Are you a Construction Project Manager looking to elevate your career within a prestigious, multidisciplinary environment?

Our client is a market-leading Construction Consultancy with an enviable reputation for delivering high-spec, complex projects in Oxford. We are searching for an ambitious professional—a "Construction Native"—to manage a diverse portfolio that ranges from cutting‑edge Education hubs and Healthcare facilities to high‑profile Mixed‑Use developments.

The Role: Project Manager Construction Oxfordshire

In this role, you won't just be a bystander; you will be the engine room of project delivery. You will lead from the front, overseeing the entire lifecycle from initial feasibility to final handover.

• Portfolio Diversity: Take ownership of diverse capital projects, ensuring they meet Oxford's high standards of architectural and technical excellence.

• Consultancy Leadership: Provide expert technical advice and rigorous pre/post‑contract management.

• Contractual Command: Demonstrate mastery over JCT and NEC contract suites to safeguard project commerciality.

• Strategic Planning: Utilize Asta PowerProject or MS Project to maintain flawless project timelines.

• Stakeholder Synergy: Act as the primary interface between high‑profile clients, specialist contractors, and design teams.

Your Professional Profile

We are looking for a PM who is technically sharp, commercially aware, and ready for the next big step.

• Consultancy Background: Roughly 4–6 years of post‑qualification experience specifically within a UK Construction Consultancy.

• Academic Foundation: A degree in a construction‑related discipline is essential.

• Professional Ambition: You are ideally MRICS, MCIOB, or MAPM qualified, or you are currently being supported on the path to Chartership.

• Technical Skillset: Proven expertise in design coordination, strategic procurement, and value engineering.

The Oxford Advantage: Rewards & Benefits

Our client understands that top talent requires a top‑tier environment. This project management role offers more than just a competitive salary; it offers a long‑term career home:

• Salary: £42,000 – £53,000 (Negotiable based on consultancy experience).

• Work‑Life Balance: 30 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + your Birthday off.

• Financial Security: 6% Employer Pension contribution and 3x Life Cover.

• Professional Growth: One paid professional subscription (MRICS/MCIOB/MAPM) and clear internal promotion pathways.

• The Essentials: Laptop, mobile, and mileage allowance provided.

• Social Culture: A highly active sports and social calendar to help you integrate with the team.

Please Note: We can only consider candidates with the current right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.