Senior Project Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK); Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A national consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its Cambridge office, focusing on project management for new build projects in retail, healthcare, and education. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience, excellent client-facing skills, and a degree in a relevant field. This role offers flexibility with 2/3 days in the office and a competitive salary of £70k-£75k, along with a strong progression plan. Applications are handled through a recruitment agency.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience as a Project Manager post degree qualification.
• Excellent client-facing skills.
• Track record on new build or refurbishment projects with NEC and JCT contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery on JCT and NEC projects valued at c£20m-£30m.
• Take responsibility for contract administration.
• Lead project management on flagship projects in the local area.

Skills

Client facing skills

Project management expertise

New build project experience

Education

Degree in Construction Management or MSc in Project Management

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1291

Location: Cambridge Office (Flexible working 2/3 days a week in the office and office location on outskirts of city with parking)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£70k-£75k plus competitive package

Company & Project

A well-established and successful national consultancy are currently recruiting for a client focused Senior Project Manager with a stable career history to join their business.

Our client has a busy project pipeline for 2026 and they are recruiting for a Senior level Project Manager due to growth and a number of key project wins across the Retail, Healthcare and Higher Education sectors.

The company has a clear management structure and progression plan for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for project management, contract administration and project delivery on JCT and NEC projects, including the businesses flagship project/client in the local area. The projects are typically valued at c£20m-£30m and are majority New Build.

Desirableh3>

• Minimum 5-10 years+ experience as a Project Manager post degree qualification.
• Excellent client facing skills.
• Strong track record on new build or refurbishment projects with NEC and JCT contract administration.
• Looking to develop their career in a team orientated environment.
• Previous Roles: Associate Project Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Principal Project Manager OR Project Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Construction Management or MSc in Project Management or comparable qualification.

MAPM or MCIOB would be advantageous but not essential.

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Senior Project Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.