Senior Project Manager

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Plymouth is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the project lifecycle, manage client relationships, and lead multiple concurrent projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in construction consultancy project management, strong communication skills, and relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000-£65,000, hybrid working, and excellent benefits including 38 days holiday and tailored development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual bonus

Hybrid working & flexible hours

38 days holiday (including public holidays) + your birthday off

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

6% employer pension contribution

Life cover (3x salary) & Aviva Digicare+ wellbeing support

Tailored development & mentorship opportunities

Volunteering & charitable initiatives

Regular social, sporting & professional events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PQE in construction consultancy project management.
• Strong technical understanding of design, procurement, and construction processes.
• Proven experience delivering commercial and public-sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading the full project lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Overseeing design coordination, procurement, budgeting, and cost control.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks while maintaining programme delivery.

Skills

Project Lifecycle Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

MCIOB or MRICS or APM

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Location: Plymouth

Sector: Construction Consultancy

Salary: £50,000- £65,000 + Excellent Benefits

Role Overview

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the full project lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Overseeing design coordination, procurement, budgeting, and cost control.
• Managing contracts under NEC and JCT frameworks.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks while maintaining programme delivery.
• Leading client relationships and stakeholder engagement.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects and ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Driving best practice across project teams and inspiring high performance.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Minimum 2 years PQE in construction consultancy project management.
• MCIOB, MRICS, APM, or working toward chartered status.
• Strong technical understanding of design, procurement, and construction processes.
• Proven experience delivering commercial and public-sector projects.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Experience using Asta Powerproject or MS Project (advantageous).
• A proactive mindset with leadership capability and a collaborative approach.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Hybrid working & flexible hours
• 38 days holiday (including public holidays) + your birthday off
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Life cover (3x salary) & Aviva Digicare+ wellbeing support
• Tailored development & mentorship opportunities
• Volunteering & charitable initiatives
• Regular social, sporting & professional events