Project Manager - Specialist Construction

Mploy Group; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple concurrent construction projects, ensuring delivery within budget and on time. Ideal candidates will have proven project management skills within complex constructions and a strong understanding of NEC contracts. This role offers a competitive salary of £50k-£70k, with benefits including a car allowance, private healthcare, and extensive annual leave. This is an opportunity to join a growing and reputable construction business.

Benefits

Car allowance

Private healthcare

24 days annual leave

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing specialist construction projects is essential.
• Strong understanding of NEC contract forms.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple specialist construction projects from planning to handover.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits to oversee project progress.

Skills

Project management in specialist construction

Client-facing communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Education

Engineering or construction management qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager - Specialist Construction

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance + Private Healthcare; Location: London & South East (with site visits); Employment Type: Permanent; Holidays: 24 Days + Bank Holidays

About the Role

Mploy Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a specialist construction business delivering complex, technical projects across the London and South East region. The role involves overseeing multiple concurrent projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest commercial and client standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven, organised and technically capable Project Manager with experience in specialist or complex construction environments. Marine construction experience is highly desirable but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of multiple specialist construction projects concurrently from planning through to handover.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with NEC contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site visits to oversee progress, manage contractor performance, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Produce and maintain project documentation including programmes, risk assessments, method statements and financial reports.
• Use Microsoft Project to develop, update and track detailed project programmes.
• Coordinate resources, subcontractors and materials to ensure timely project delivery.
• Lead progress meetings with clients, stakeholders and site teams.
• Monitor budgets, valuations, variations and commercial performance.
• Uphold rigorous quality assurance and compliance standards across all works.
• Work closely with design, engineering and commercial teams to resolve project challenges proactively.
• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental requirements are consistently met.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing specialist construction projects is essential.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with NEC contract forms.
• Marine construction experience is desirable but not essential (coastal, harbour, marine civils, or similar).
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously preffered but not essential.
• Regular travel to sites across London & the South East is required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project and general Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisation, planning, and problem-solving capability.
• A track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.

Qualifications (Preferred but Not Essential)

• Temporary Works Coordinator qualification (TWC)
• CSCS / SMSTS / SSSTS
• Engineering, construction management or related technical discipline (HNC/HND/Degree)

Benefits

• £50k-£70k base salary (depending on experience)
• Car allowance
• Private healthcare
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and industry training
• Chance to join a specialist, growing, and highly reputable construction business

Please apply at your earliest convenience