Senior Project Manager - Construction Consultancy

The Academy; Cheshunt; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Cheshunt is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (MRICS) to oversee a long-term fire remediation programme. The role involves coordinating critical safety upgrades across high-rise residential sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in residential development and the BSR Gateway process, with a flexible work schedule including remote options.

Qualifications

• MRICS-qualified Senior Project Manager.
• Extensive experience in high-rise residential development.
• Strong working knowledge of fire compartmentation remedial works.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Gateway 2 applications to the Building Safety Regulator.

Skills

MRICS qualification

Experience in residential development

Knowledge of BSR Gateway process

Experience with fire remediation

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager (MRICS) to join our client's team on a long-term fire remediation programme for a well-known residential developer. This is a pivotal role within a major residential safety programme covering over 30 high-rise residential sites across London. You will be client-side and work closely with the design team, specialist fire consultants, and contractors to deliver critical safety upgrades to high-rise residential buildings, ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act and the Building Safety Regulator's requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the preparation and submission of Gateway 2 applications to the Building Safety Regulator

Qualifications & Experience

• MRICS-qualified Senior Project Manager
• Extensive experience in residential development, ideally including high-rise buildings (HRBs)
• Strong working knowledge of the BSR Gateway process and fire compartmentation remedial works
• Background in construction consultancy strongly preferred (contractor/developer experience also considered)
• Able to work 2-3 days per week on-site (Waltham Cross) with flexibility to work remotely when not on site

About Us

If you are an MRICS-qualified Senior Project Manager with experience in high-rise residential and fire remediation projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a long-term, career-defining programme.

Academy Consulting is a well-established construction and property consultancy, recognised for delivering expert project and cost management across commercial, residential, education, leisure, and community sectors. Our project portfolio spans from £1m to £100m, including prestigious schemes such as community hubs, office-to-residential conversions, and new educational facilities.