Senior Project Manager

Conrad Consulting; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Senior Project Manager to join a dynamic team focused on delivering a variety of construction projects across the North West. This innovative firm offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to balance remote work with essential in-person meetings in the Manchester/Liverpool area. In this pivotal role, you will lead high-profile projects in hospitality, leisure, and commercial sectors, ensuring they are completed on time and to the highest standards. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for construction and client satisfaction, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive and flexible work environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave & bank holidays

Private/medical insurance scheme

5% pension contribution

Shared parental leave

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a construction-related field with project management experience.
• Proven track record in delivering high-value projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle from initial briefs to completion.
• Provide client-focused leadership ensuring excellent service delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Problem-Solving

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Construction-related Discipline

Tools

JCT Contracts

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Mostly Remote with Weekly & Fortnightly Travel

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join a dynamic and growing team, delivering a range of construction projects across the North West. This role offers hybrid working, which includes meeting with your line manager in the Manchester/Liverpool region once a week and attending the head office in London every 2 weeks. As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in leading and delivering high-profile projects across various sectors, including hospitality, leisure, and commercial offices. You will work closely with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Project Manager:

• Managing the full project lifecycle, from initial briefs to completion
• Providing client-focused project leadership and ensuring excellent service delivery
• Preparing reports, coordinating and chairing meetings, and managing project documentation
• Monitoring progress, updating programmes, and tracking risks, actions, and budgets
• Procuring and managing consultants and contractors
• Overseeing JCT contracts, acting as Employer’s Agent and/or Contract Administrator
• Supporting business development and contributing to the growth of the team

Requirements for the Senior Project Manager:

• Degree-qualified in a construction-related discipline
• Experience in a professional consultancy role, working in a client-facing environment
• Proven track record of delivering projects valued at £5m+, ideally in hospitality, leisure, or commercial offices
• Experience in both public and private sector projects
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and procurement processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and positive approach
• Full UK driving licence

What's on offer for the Senior Project Manager:

• 27 days annual leave & bank holidays plus the period between Christmas and New Year
• A contributory private/medical insurance scheme
• 5% pension contribution
• Shared parental leave

What happens next:

On receipt of your application, our dedicated Surveying and Project Management recruiter, Max Dunnigan, will contact you to discuss this opportunity in full detail. Max will disclose the name of our client to you prior to sending your CV to this, or any other company we are working with.