Senior Project Manager

Built Alliance Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Leeds is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects in healthcare and education sectors. The role involves managing projects from initial stages to completion and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in project management and a passion for sustainability. The position offers unlimited holidays, a significant pension contribution, and various health benefits.

Benefits

Unlimited holidays

7% employer pension contribution

Private Healthcare

Bonus incentives

Income Protection Insurance

Qualifications

• Strong track record in healthcare or education construction.
• Experience in multi-stakeholder projects, particularly within the public sector.
• Proactive and adaptable mindset towards project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from early RIBA stages to completion.
• Engage with various stakeholders including NHS Trusts and local authorities.
• Oversee cost control and procurement processes.

Skills

Project Management

Tendering and procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Sustainability practices

Communication

Tools

JCT

NEC

Job description

Overview

Built Alliance are delighted to be partnering with one of the North's fastest-growing construction consultancies as they look to appoint a talented Project Manager to join their Leeds office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside hands-on Directors and senior leaders, taking ownership of framework-led programmes across the healthcare and education sectors. These projects will deliver meaningful, positive impact to communities across Yorkshire and you'll play a key role in shaping their success.

The consultancy has gone from strength to strength over the past five years, building a reputation for being people-first and sustainability-driven. Their innovative approach has seen them consistently deliver projects to the highest standards, and they continue to stand out as a practice that balances commercial expertise with social value.

About You

• Experienced Project Manager with a strong track record in healthcare or education construction (will consider other sectors for right person).
• Confident in tendering, procurement, and contracts (JCT and NEC experience preferred).
• Skilled collaborator with a background in multi-stakeholder projects, particularly within the public sector.
• Passionate about sustainability, Net Zero delivery, ESG, and carbon reduction.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, adaptable mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects across all phases, from early RIBA stages through to completion.
• Engage with stakeholders including schools, NHS Trusts, local authorities, funders, and design teams.
• Oversee cost control, procurement, and contract administration, with strong knowledge of JCT/NEC frameworks.
• Work closely with internal cost management teams to maintain robust commercial oversight.
• Drive sustainability at every stage, integrating Net Zero, embodied carbon assessment, and ESG policies.
• Support stakeholder engagement, funding compliance, and project reporting.

Why Join?

This consultancy offers the agility of an SME with the stability of a well-established pipeline. Alongside structured growth and career progression, they also offer:

• Unlimited holidays and 7% employer pension contribution
• Very attractive bonus incentives (for new clients and general performance)
• Supportive, collaborative team culture (mutiple team away days and volunteering days to give back to the community)
• Private Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection Insurance and Life Assurance Cover

If this position resonates with you, please contact Rob Hayton at Built Alliance to discuss further.

Built Alliance is an equal opportunities employment agency. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age