Senior Project Manager

CBRE; Hythe; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager based in Hythe, UK. In this role, you will be the key liaison between clients and suppliers, managing mechanical and utilities projects valued between $10,000 and $15,000,000. You’ll ensure projects run on time and within budget while leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field, with at least 5 years’ experience in project management and a solid grasp of health and safety legislation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience delivering projects in technical, facilities management, or construction.
• Recognised qualification in Project Management essential.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact between the client and third-party suppliers.
• Lead the delivery of multiple projects concurrently.
• Engage with stakeholders to assess requirements and feasibility.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Commercial Awareness

Microsoft Project

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Job ID 257815

Posted 30-Jan-2026

Service line PJM Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Construction, Engineering/Maintenance, Project Management

Location(s) Bournemouth - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Hythe - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Lymington - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Poole - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Southampton - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Totton - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Winchester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Location: Fawley

Sector: Industrial & Logistics

Role Overview

As Senior Project Manager, you will act as the key point of contact between the client and third‑party suppliers, leading the delivery of mechanical and utilities projects ranging in value from $10,000 to $15,000,000. Projects span moderate to advanced levels of complexity and risk with a strong focus on safety leadership, scope control, cost management, scheduling, quality, and risk mitigation. Operating with minimal supervision, you will represent the client across all phases of assigned engineering and construction projects, ensuring successful delivery in line with agreed objectives. The role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure all technical, commercial, and operational requirements are clearly communicated and met. Projects will vary in size and scope, and you will typically manage multiple initiatives concurrently. Acting at all times in the best interests of the client, you will develop a strong understanding of their business, operating within industrial environments that demand robust approaches to validation, commissioning, and safety. The emphasis throughout is on delivering fit‑for‑purpose solutions, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop project opportunities within a defined portfolio of maintenance contracts.
• Engage with key stakeholders to understand requirements, assess feasibility, and act as a trusted advisor.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and subcontractors to define, document, and agree scopes of work.
• Develop a full understanding of project scope aligned with the agreed business case, budget parameters, and profit targets.
• Lead tendering activities on behalf of the client, including preparation, issue, evaluation, and full analysis of subcontractor returns.
• Identify, assess, and manage statutory, commercial, and operational risks associated with assigned projects.
• Ensure all projects fully comply with customer QHSE standards, project management policies, and procedures.
• Manage projects end to end, including estimating, business development support, quantity surveying, subcontractor management, and site-level coordination.
• Work closely with all relevant stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective project delivery.
• Secure formal customer acceptance in line with agreed project plans and documentation.
• Agree payment schedules and manage applications for payment in line with contractual requirements and business objectives.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date project documentation in approved systems.
• Provide clear and timely monthly progress reports to the Project Development Manager in an agreed format.

Requirements

• Degree‑qualified in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience delivering projects in technical, facilities management, construction, or critical environments.
• Recognised qualification in Project Management.
• Strong knowledge of construction-related health and safety legislation.
• Proven experience in building, developing, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Highly analytical with strong commercial, financial, and numerical skills.
• Confident presenter with a track record of supporting or securing new business.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in oil & gas or similarly safety‑critical industries is highly desirable.