Senior Project Manager

APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED; Essex; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a £45m Design and Build project in Essex. The ideal candidate will have a track record of managing projects exceeding £40m and possess strong client-facing skills. This opportunity comes with a competitive salary in the range of £90k-100k plus benefits, including a car allowance and healthcare. Join a well-respected employer recognized for fostering employee growth and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience as Number 1 Project Manager for projects over £40m.
• Strong working knowledge of pre-construction project management.
• Exceptional client-facing skills and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project functions from planning to construction delivery.
• Lead a team of on-site staff of 20+.
• Ensure project delivery within budget and schedule.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Management

Client Facing Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Essex (nr Dunmow)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c 90k‑100k (DOE) + competitive benefits package inc car allowance, healthcare, pension and bonus.

Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working with an award winning Top 50 Main Contractor to recruit a talented and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a c 45m Design and Build project through PCSA and delivery on site. With a busy project pipeline and healthy order book for 2026, the business are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Manager with a track record of delivering projects in excess of c 40m in single value through the whole project lifecycle including pre‑construction, PCSA and on‑site delivery.

Our client is a well respected employer who have a number of projects on site and starting on site in 2026. The company is recognised for supporting their employees, with both internal promotion/career development, alongside advocating employee ideas and innovations.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all project management functions for the project, from planning, design and financial management, through to practical construction delivery of the project. Previous experience in managing projects 40m+ as Number 1 Project Manager for a Top 100 Main contractor is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of both pre‑construction project management, contract management, H&S, and exceptional client facing skills. Our client is looking for a candidate with a stable career history working for Top 100 Main Contractors on projects from concept to completion and with experience of managing teams on site of 20+.

Desirable Experience

• Previously held Number 1 Project Manager roles with recognised Top 100 Main Contractors.
• Experienced in delivering Construction projects 40m+ within any of the following sectors would be advantageous Healthcare, Commercial, Education, Science or Mixed‑Use sectors.
• Ideally from a Site Management or Engineering background, including a valid CSCS Card and ideally NVQ Level 6, BSc or MCIOB.
• Exceptional client facing and people management skills, experience in leading teams of c20 staff, including solid technical knowledge of planning, design, commercial and construction delivery.
• Previous Roles: Senior Project Manager OR Project Manager OR Construction Manager OR Project Director OR Contracts Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Construction Management or comparable qualification - NVQ/HNC etc. MCIOB status would be advantageous.

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.