Senior Construction Project Manager

Placements24; Greater London; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Private medical aid

Pension fund

International travel

Job summary

Placements24 partnered with a leading construction firm to recruit a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead major projects in the East London area and the Eastern Cape. You will oversee from planning to completion, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery while managing multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, with at least 12 years’ experience and 5 years in senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 12 years in construction project management, with at least 5 years in senior management.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
• Expert knowledge of construction methodologies, contract administration, and PM software.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, preferably East London market exposure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules to meet targets.
• Lead, mentor, and manage project teams including site staff and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Serve as primary liaison for clients, architects, consultants, and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Project planning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior Construction Project Manager to lead major construction projects in the East London area and throughout the Eastern Cape. This senior leadership role involves full responsibility for project planning, execution, budget control, and client satisfaction from initiation to completion. You will manage large multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Join a respected construction firm renowned for its complex projects and commitment to quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects, from planning and design through to closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met and controlled.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project schedules, identifying critical paths and potential risks.
• Lead, mentor, and manage project teams, including site staff, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, consultants, and regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in construction project management, with at least 5 years in a senior management capacity.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects.
• Expert knowledge of construction methodologies, contract administration, and project management software.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, ideally with experience in the East London construction market.

Benefits

• An exceptional executive salary and a significant annual bonus.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Top-tier private medical aid and a generous pension fund.
• Opportunities for international travel and business development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment with high-profile projects.