Senior Construction Project Leader - Flexible & Growth

Wates; Stretford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

Salary + car allowance

Private medical cover

Learning & development

Mentoring & leadership development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Wates in the North West is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale construction projects from pre-construction through to handover. You will ensure safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are met while guiding project teams on site.

You will work with clients, consultants and supply chain partners, fostering collaboration, inclusion and high performance, develop delivery strategies, manage risks, and drive innovation and sustainability across projects.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex, high-value construction projects.
• Strong track record of managing projects through full lifecycle.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to balance risk, quality and performance.
• Confidence to challenge, influence and make decisions.
• Collaborative and people-focused leadership style.
• Passion for developing others and creating inclusive project environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major construction projects.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies that drive successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, creating an environment where people can thrive.
• Drive health, safety and wellbeing standards across your projects.
• Oversee programme, risk and commercial performance.
• Champion innovation, sustainability and modern methods of construction.
• Support the development and progression of future talent across the business.

Job description

Wates in the North West is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale construction projects from pre-construction through to handover. You will ensure safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are met while guiding project teams on site.

You will work with clients, consultants and supply chain partners, fostering collaboration, inclusion and high performance, develop delivery strategies, manage risks, and drive innovation and sustainability across projects.