Senior Project Manager

Vertical Recruitment Limited; Stockport; Sur place; GBP 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits

Work on high-profile, varied projects

Collaborative, no corporate red tape

Résumé du poste

Vertical Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee high-value construction and property development schemes across sectors, from retail to healthcare. You will lead design through to handover, manage budgets and schedules, and act as the main client contact while ensuring HSE and contractual compliance.

The role demands 7+ years of delivery experience, strong leadership and stakeholder management, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience managing construction or property development projects.
• Proven track record delivering projects in retail, hospitality, residential and industrial sectors.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Strong commercial awareness with budgets, contracts and stakeholder management.
• MRICS or PMP accreditation is desirable but not essential.

Responsabilités

• Lead projects from design and planning through construction and handover.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and project resources effectively.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee risk management, change control, and issue resolution.
• Mentor and support project teams, sharing best practice and ensuring high performance.
• Deliver clear project reporting to senior management and clients.
• Foster strong working relationships to enhance client satisfaction and future business opportunities.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational skills

Multi-project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field

MRICS / PMP (desirable)

Description du poste

We're excited to work with a progressive construction consultancy delivering high-profile schemes nationwide, seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee projects of significant scale and value while building strong client and contractor relationships

This innovative consultancy delivers high-quality project and cost management services across a variety of sectors. Their projects typically range from £5M to £50M, with flagship developments exceeding £75M. Recent and current projects include retail fit-outs for leading high-street brands, large-scale refurbishment and fit-out schemes, hotels, student accommodation and healthcare developments, as well as industrial warehouses and private residential projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design and planning through construction and handover
• Manage budgets, schedules, and project resources effectively
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with HSE, quality standards, and contractual requirements
• Oversee risk management, change control, and issue resolution
• Mentor and support project teams, sharing best practice and ensuring high performance
• Deliver clear project reporting to senior management and clients
• Foster strong working relationships to enhance client satisfaction and future business opportunities

About You

• 7+ years' experience managing construction or property development projects
• Proven track record delivering projects in sectors such as retail, hospitality, residential, and industrial
• Degree-qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, contracts, and stakeholder expectations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• MRICS, PMP, or equivalent accreditation is desirable but not essential

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, varied projects across multiple sectors
• Supportive, collaborative culture with no corporate red tape
• Clear career progression as the consultancy grows
• Chance to make a real impact on key strategic projects