Project Manager (Pre Construction)

Venn Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Project Manager based in Greater London. The successful candidate will manage pre-construction activities for capital programme projects, requiring an understanding of RIBA stages and the Building Safety Act. Key responsibilities include gathering property data, coordinating with designers, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role is contract-based for 6 months, offering a rate of £450 per day. Interested applicants should send their CV to the provided email.

Benefits

Potential for extension after 6 months

Referral vouchers for successful candidates

Qualifications

• Must manage pre-construction activities for capital programme projects.
• Experience with Building Safety Regulator approval required.
• Proven project management qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Gather site/property data from various sources.
• Work with procurement to appoint technical consultants.
• Commission specifications or scopes of work.
• Coordinate with designers and planners on milestones.
• Procure new suppliers and prepare tender packs.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection Act 2018.

Skills

Full understanding of RIBA stages, especially stages 0–4

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022

Understanding of project management principles

Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Job description

Interim Project Manager – pre‑construction

Based in London

Length: 6 months with possible extension

IR35 status: Inside

Rate: £450 per day via an umbrella company

We are looking for someone who can manage the Councils pre‑construction activities for capital programme projects, including those requiring Building Safety Regulator approval, planning consent, Section 20 consultation, long lead‑in periods, or new supply chain development.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Project Manager:

• Gather site/property data from asset systems, tenancy, repairs, and other sources
• Work with procurement to appoint technical consultants for surveys/investigations
• Commission specifications or scopes of work
• Coordinate with designers, planners, and technical advisors to inform project milestones
• Procure new suppliers and prepare tender packs with internal/external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR
• Maintain accurate records and archives per council policies and statutory requirements

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Interim Project Manager:

• Full understanding of RIBA stages, especially stages 0–4
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its application for work on occupied tall buildings
• Understanding of project management principles and methodologies
• Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to [e-mail]

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations