Senior Project Manager

Brandon James Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy in Chelmsford seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead residential and mixed-use projects. The role involves managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction, and supporting junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, and a degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

Car allowance

9% employer-contributed pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Support for CPD and professional memberships

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent.
• MRICS, MAPM, or MCIOB status preferred.
• Experience with Design and Build contracts essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery of residential and mixed-use schemes.
• Manage design coordination, risk management, and cost control.
• Prepare tender documents and oversee procurement processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management

RICS/CIOB-accredited equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy based in Chelmsford is looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to join their established team. With a strong pipeline of residential, regeneration and mixed-use projects across the South East, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to play a key role in delivering high-quality developments from inception to completion.

The Senior Project Manager will take responsibility for managing multiple schemes, acting as the principal point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors. This role is well-suited to a proactive and commercially aware Senior Project Manager with experience in Design and Build procurement, excellent leadership skills, and a strong track record in delivering projects to time and budget.

The Senior Project Manager’s role

As Senior Project Manager, your duties will include:

• Leading the day-to-day delivery of residential and mixed-use schemes

• Managing pre- and post-contract activities including design coordination, risk management, and cost control

• Preparing tender documents and overseeing procurement processes

• Monitoring on-site delivery, managing contract administration, and reporting progress to clients

• Supporting junior team members and contributing to internal mentoring and development

• Attending networking events and supporting bid preparation as needed

The Senior Project Manager

The ideal Senior Project Manager will have:

• A degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a RICS/CIOB-accredited equivalent

• MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB status, or working towards it

• Extensive experience with Design and Build contracts

• Background in residential or public sector projects, ideally with Housing Associations or Local Authorities

• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

• A current CSCS card

In Return?

• Salary of £44,000 – £65,000

• Car allowance

• 9% employer-contributed pension

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)

• Support for CPD and professional memberships

• Career progression within a growing consultancy

If you are a Project Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Alex Ridgeway at Brandon James.

01628 367033

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