Project Manager - Residential

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager for a prestigious £25m residential development in Cambridge. This role involves taking full responsibility for the project's delivery, managing site teams, and ensuring compliance with all standards. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in managing large-scale residential builds and possess excellent leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering large-scale residential schemes (£20m+ ideally).
• Strong knowledge of new build processes for both apartment blocks and houses.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to manage budgets and programmes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of the project.
• Oversee all construction activities on site, ensuring programme, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and report to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a prestigious £25m residential development in Cambridge, comprising a mix of new build apartments and houses. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a landmark scheme from start to finish, working with a respected contractor/developer and ensuring the project is delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of the project.
• Oversee all construction activities on site, ensuring programme, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Lead and manage site teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and report to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and local authorities.

About You

• Proven track record of delivering large-scale residential schemes (£20m+ ideally).
• Strong knowledge of new build processes for both apartment blocks and houses.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to manage budgets and programmes effectively.
• Confident managing complex residential builds from pre-construction through to handover.

What’s on Offer

• The chance to lead a high-profile £25m residential project in Cambridge.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression within a respected and growing organisation.