Senior Project Manager

Capstone Property Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development and project management consultancy in Central London is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a Quantity Surveying background. This role involves leading the delivery of prestigious residential and embassy developments, requiring strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and a minimum of 7 years' experience. The position offers autonomy, client exposure, and a pathway to senior leadership within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Autonomy in a key role

Clear route into senior leadership

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in a QS/PM capacity.
• Proven experience managing high-spec developments.
• In-depth knowledge of JCT and standard forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from feasibility to handover.
• Manage budgets, monitor variations, and implement value engineering.
• Act as the lead point of contact for clients.

Skills

Project Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Risk Mitigation

Communication Skills

Education

Chartered status (MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent)

Tools

JCT D&B

Traditional Contracts

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Central London

Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 plus bonus & benefits

Our client, a leading development and project management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a Quantity Surveying background to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional with strong project delivery experience to play a key role in the delivery of high-profile developments.

The company’s diverse portfolio includes large-scale commercial schemes, luxury residential apartments, embassy buildings, and purpose-built living spaces. This senior-level role offers genuine autonomy, client exposure, and a clear route into senior leadership within a dynamic, fast-paced consultancy environment.

About the Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for leading the successful delivery of complex residential and embassy developments. With your Quantity Surveying background, you’ll combine commercial insight and project leadership to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, time, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Management & Procurement

• Lead feasibility studies and produce high-level cost planning
• Oversee procurement strategies, tendering, and contractor appointments
• Manage budgets, monitor variations, and implement value engineering

Project Management

• Direct all project phases from feasibility through to handover (RIBA stages 1–6)
• Develop and maintain detailed project programmes and critical paths
• Coordinate design and construction teams, ensuring project milestones are met
• Lead planning submissions and ensure full compliance with statutory requirements

Contract Administration

• Administer contracts (JCT D&B, Traditional, or CM) at senior level
• Oversee change management, payment cycles, and client reporting
• Provide strategic advice to mitigate risk and maximise project performance

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the lead point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
• Manage expectations through clear, proactive communication
• Foster long-term client relationships through value-added delivery

About You

You are an experienced construction professional with a Quantity Surveying background and strong project delivery credentials. You’re confident managing complex stakeholders and leading high-value schemes in a client-facing role.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in a QS/PM capacity
• Chartered status required (MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent)
• Proven experience managing high-spec developments (residential, embassy or commercial)
• In-depth knowledge of JCT and other standard forms of contract
• Confident working across RIBA stages 1–6
• Strong client management and communication skills

Why Join?

• Lead the delivery of prestigious developments in Central London
• Join a respected consultancy with a strong pipeline of high-profile projects
• Progress into a senior leadership role with autonomy and responsibility
• Work in a collaborative, commercially astute team with an excellent culture

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