Senior Project Manager

Kennet Recruitment Solutions; Brighton; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a high-profile seafront regeneration scheme in Brighton. The role involves overseeing project delivery from preconstruction through to completion, ensuring efficient site operations and quality outcomes. Candidates should have extensive experience managing complex building projects valued over £20m, with strong leadership and technical skills. The position offers a competitive salary up to £85,000, along with benefits like a car allowance, healthcare, and long-term career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension & healthcare

Generous annual leave

Long-term career progression

Leadership development support

Inclusive and positive working culture

Qualifications

• Senior Project Manager experience in a reputable building contractor.
• Delivery of complex building projects valued over £20m.
• Strong understanding of RC frame and regeneration projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project from preconstruction to completion.
• Manage project teams and client communications.
• Oversee design development and site operations.

Skills

Leadership and management

Client-facing skills

Technical knowledge

Contractual knowledge

Commercial awareness

Programme management

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Major Seafront Regeneration Scheme

Location: Brighton

Salary: Up to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Package

Sector: Building / Regeneration / Public Realm

Join a Fast-Growing UK Contractor on a Landmark Coastal Project

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a high-profile seafront regeneration scheme in Brighton. This contractor is one of the UK’s fastest-growing regional businesses, known for its supportive culture, ambitious growth plans and commitment to developing its people.

The Project

A multi-year, multi-phase regeneration programme on Brighton’s iconic seafront, involving:

• Demolition of existing structures
• New in-situ reinforced concrete frame construction
• Restoration and reinstatement of historic and listed features
• Public realm and highway improvements

Utility and service diversions

Architectural, mechanical and electrical elements for internal and external fit-out

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Project Manager, you will lead the project from early preconstruction through delivery to completion, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Full leadership and management of the project team
• Client and stakeholder communication
• Oversight of design development and coordination
• Establishing construction methodology, sequencing and programme
• Ensuring smooth, safe and efficient site operations
• Financial, contractual and commercial management
• Quality assurance, compliance and risk management
• Collaborative working with consultants, supply chain and internal teams

What We’re Looking For

Essential experience

• Senior Project Manager within a reputable building contractor
• Delivery of complex £20m+ building projects
• Strong understanding of RC frame, regeneration, refurbishment or multi-disciplinary building schemes
• Excellent leadership and client-facing skills
• Strong technical, contractual and commercial knowledge
• Proven ability to drive programme, manage teams, and lead projects end-to-end

Advantageous

• Experience with public sector schemes
• Knowledge of NEC contracts

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £85,000
• Car allowance
• Pension & healthcare
• Generous annual leave
• Long-term career progression
• Leadership development support
• Inclusive and positive working culture

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Senior Project Manager ready to lead a landmark regeneration scheme and progress your career with an ambitious contractor, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation