Senior Project Manager (Construction)

RNLI; London; Remote; GBP 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifesaving organization in the UK seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction and infrastructure projects. The role includes overseeing multiple projects, compliance with regulations, and engaging stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, relevant qualifications, and significant project management experience. Excellent benefits and a supportive work environment are provided, with a focus on the organization’s lifesaving mission.

Benefits

Flexible working

26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Outstanding pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and dental cash plan option

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing complex construction or infrastructure projects with budgets of £3m+.
• Ability to coach, motivate, and inspire a team.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for successful delivery of multiple construction and infrastructure projects.
• Manage contractors and consultants while ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Travel required throughout the UK and Ireland depending on project locations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent

Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM)

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager (Construction)

£49,492 - £58,226 (dependent on experience) + Excellent Benefits + Vehicle

Home Based within the UK

Ref: 20319

About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.

To do this, we rely on first-class facilities, infrastructure and construction projects that directly support our lifesaving mission. We’re now looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Estates team and lead the delivery of complex, high-value capital projects.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan option

Your role

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction and infrastructure projects, often running simultaneously. You’ll ensure each project is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards – all while supporting the RNLI’s lifesaving goals.

Your work will span the full project lifecycle, from scoping and procurement through to handover and benefits realisation. You’ll manage contractors and consultants, maintain cost and risk management processes, and ensure compliance with CDM 2015 and other relevant regulations.

The RNLI operates its lifesaving service around the coast in the UK and Ireland and there is a requirement for the Senior Project Manager to undertake travel throughout these areas dependant on project locations.

About you

We’re looking for someone with:

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Studies, or equivalent experience.
• A recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM).
• Significant experience and proven success in leading and delivering multiple complex construction or infrastructure projects, ideally with budgets of £3m+.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence to engage at all levels, including executive.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.
• It would also be an advantage if you are Chartered or Incorporated with a professional body such as RICS, CIOB, ICE, or working towards this.
• This post requires a valid driving licence.

So, if you’re Senior Project Manager who would like to to lead high-profile projects in a unique environment, working alongside a supportive and passionate team, apply on our jobs page!

Closing date: 28 September 2025.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.