Senior Project Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited; Colne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A national consultancy in the UK seeks a Senior Project Manager to manage high-value projects in the Retail, Healthcare, and Higher Education sectors. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience, strong project management skills, and a relevant degree. This permanent role offers a salary between £70k-£75k with flexible working arrangements, including 2-3 days per week in the office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years+ experience as a Project Manager post degree qualification.
• Strong track record on new build or refurbishment projects with NEC and JCT contract administration.
• MAPM or MCIOB would be advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Client facing skills

Contract administration

Project management

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: Cambridgeshire (Flexible working 2/3 days a week in the office)

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.

Desirable Experience

• 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.

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