Projects Manager

EA Associates; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction contractor in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple construction projects valued between £500k to £1m. The ideal candidate will have a strong construction background, managing projects from pre-start to completion while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 and the opportunity to work in a growing company with a diverse portfolio of projects.

Benefits

Long-term role

High level of autonomy

Exposure to diverse projects

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in the construction industry.
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven track record of delivering projects worth over £1m.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple live projects from pre-start to completion.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety procedures.
• Prepare and maintain construction programmes.

Skills

Construction project management

Risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)

Health & safety compliance

Technical drawing interpretation

MS Project

Flexibility and problem-solving

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Client: A well-established and growing construction contractor based in Essex, operating as a family-run SME with a diverse portfolio of works across residential, commercial and public-sector projects. Their workload includes new build housing, refurbishment and fit-out schemes, reactive and planned maintenance, M&E works and council contracts. With continued investment and a clear growth strategy, they are now seeking an experienced Project Manager to play a key role in the next phase of the business.

The Role: As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the delivery of multiple live construction projects, typically ranging from £500k to £1m+ in value. This is a hands-on, site-focused role requiring strong practical knowledge, regular site presence and the ability to make sound decisions on programme, quality and cost. Reporting directly to the Projects Director, you will manage projects from pre-start through to completion and handover. This role would suit someone with a strong trade or site background who has progressed into project management and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves when site conditions or programme demands require it.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple live projects concurrently, from pre-start through to completion and snagging.
• Take full responsibility for programme, cost, quality and delivery.
• Produce and maintain construction programmes using MS Project.
• Manage variations, including client approval for changes to scope and programme.
• Lead and coordinate directly employed labour and subcontractors across multiple sites.
• Control labour, plant and subcontractor resources to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Prepare, review and implement risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety procedures, including toolbox talks and site records.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including inductions, labour records, photos, plant and materials logs.
• Read, interpret and work from technical drawings.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and local authorities.
• Undertake regular site visits to manage progress, quality and H&S standards.
• Provide technical input and resolve construction-related queries.
• Flexibility to work weekends when programme or emergency works require it.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong hands-on background within the construction industry.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects or sites simultaneously.
• Track record of delivering projects up to £1m+ in value.
• Excellent understanding of construction sequencing and site operations.
• Confident leading both direct labour and subcontractors.
• Working knowledge of MS Project and Excel.
• Solid understanding of health & safety, RAMS and compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings confidently.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 - £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Long-term role within a growing and ambitious SME.
• High level of autonomy and responsibility.
• Exposure to a wide variety of domestic, commercial and public-sector projects.

What to do next

If you're an experienced Project Manager or Site Manager with a genuine hands-on background and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact within a growing business, we'd like to hear from you. Apply via the link below and we'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

Please note, all applications are treated in the strictest confidence