Senior Construction Project Manager

Hatched Recruitment Group; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatched Recruitment Group is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to join a Belfast-based team working on high-profile projects across sectors. You will lead project delivery from inception to completion, acting as the primary client contact and driving strategic advice and governance across the portfolio.

The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a track record of delivering complex schemes in consultancy, client-side or contractor environments.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in construction/project management or related discipline.
• Strong experience delivering construction/property projects in consultancy, client-side or contractor environments.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT or similar contracts.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from feasibility, through design, procurement, construction and completion.
• Act as primary client contact and provide strategic project advice.
• Establish governance structures and develop programmes, delivery strategies and reporting.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage scope, budget and performance.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies and change control.

Skills

Client-facing

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Programme & risk reporting

Business development

Education

Degree in Construction Project Management or related

Job description

Senior Construction Project Manager

An established construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its Belfast team.

This is a senior, client-facing opportunity for someone looking to take ownershipof major projects, develop client relationships and play an active role in business growth and team development.

You will work across a varied project portfolio including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, infrastructure, public sector, regeneration and mixed-use developments.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take a leading role in the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion, acting as a trusted advisor to clients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading projects through feasibility, design, procurement, construction and completion
• Acting as the primary client contact and providing strategic project advice
• Establishing and managing project governance structures
• Developing project programmes, delivery strategies and reporting frameworks
• Leading multidisciplinary consultant and stakeholder teams
• Managing project scope, programme, quality, budget and performance
• Identifying and managing project risks and mitigation strategies
• Overseeing procurement and consultant/contractor appointments
• Managing change control and providing commercial and strategic advice
• Chairing senior project meetings and presenting project reports
• Supporting contract administration and statutory approvals
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships
• Supporting business development and fee management
• Mentoring and developing junior team members

About You

• Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Surveying or a related discipline
• Strong experience delivering construction/property projects within consultancy, client-side or contractor environments
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and governance
• Proven experience managing projects across the full project lifecycle
• Good knowledge of NEC, JCT or similar construction contracts
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership and multidisciplinary team management experience
• Excellent programme, risk, reporting and commercial management skills
• Experience with business development, client relationship management and fee management
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Experience mentoring and developing junior professionals
• Chartered status such as MRICS, MAPM, MCIOB or equivalent is preferred but not essential

What’s on Offer

• High-profile and varied projects across multiple sectors
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and clients
• Genuine career progression and leadership opportunities
• Professional membership and chartership support
• Training, mentoring and structured career development
• Opportunity to contribute to business growth and develop long-term client relationships