Senior Project Manager

Maxim Recruitment; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Project Management seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee affordable housing projects. The role includes managing client relationships and mentoring junior team members, requiring substantial experience in project management. The employer offers competitive salaries, a supportive work environment, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary with reviews

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service

Training and professional development support

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH)

'Feel good Fridays'

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience in construction or related fields is essential.
• Experience as an Employer's Agent is valuable.
• Experience managing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Independently deliver an extensive programme of affordable housing projects.
• Act as the main contact for clients and design team consultants.
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring excellent service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

BSc in Construction Management

Job description

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In the job role as a Senior Project Manager, you will take responsibility for one of multiple projects from a portfolio that primarily will be new build or refurbishment of affordable housing or social housing.

Additionally, you will be mentoring and overseeing the work of a team of junior team members.

Most of this employer's projects are long-term client work, either negotiated or won as part of a services framework. Significant work is repeat business from clients such as housing associations and property developers.

The successful Senior Project Manager candidate will be willing to travel to sites across the UK as required.

A combination of office-based work and home working can be agreed to meet the new employee's needs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Independently responsible for the successful delivery of an extensive programme of affordable housing work.
• Act as the principal point of contact with the project client and design team consultants.
• Manage allocated client accounts and build relationships to ensure satisfaction.
• Deliver Quantity Surveying and Project Management services on assigned projects.
• Act as Employer’s Agent on Design & Build projects.
• Follow the company Quality Management System during service delivery.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with effective time management.
• Ensure clients receive excellent service.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience managing projects as a Project Manager in private practice, construction, or related fields.
• Experience as an Employer's Agent.
• Experience managing a small team.
• Experience with Development Agreement contracts.
• Experience in the affordable housing sector is desirable.
• Experience administering JCT contracts is desirable.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• APM qualification is desirable; support for achieving APM is available.
• BSc in Construction Management or equivalent qualification.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The successful candidate will join an RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying/Project Management practice with a strong pipeline of work, including social housing, healthcare, education, and more.

This employer values loyalty and rewards staff with competitive salaries, bonuses, professional development, and support for MRICS status.

Full company details will be provided to shortlisted applicants.

Additional Benefits and Incentives

• Competitive salary with reviews.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service.
• Training and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH).
• 'Feel good Fridays' (dress down, pastries, early finish).