Senior Project Manager – Construction (South Coast)

Walker & Sloan; Brighton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker & Sloan is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver multidisciplinary projects across the Brighton area and South Coast. You will act as the principal client contact, manage cross-disciplinary teams, and drive governance and procurement decisions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role offers autonomy, strong client exposure and clear progression within a respected construction consultancy.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within a construction consultancy.
• Proven experience delivering projects across a variety of construction sectors.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts, with NEC experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Leading projects from inception through to completion on behalf of clients.
• Acting as the primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams and external stakeholders.
• Developing project programmes, delivery strategies and governance procedures.
• Advising clients on procurement routes and project delivery methods.
• Managing tender processes and contractor appointments.
• Administering JCT contracts, with NEC experience advantageous.
• Monitoring project budgets, programmes and commercial performance.
• Managing project risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Chairing client, design team and progress meetings.
• Preparing regular project reports and presenting updates to clients.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Mentoring Assistant Project Managers and supporting junior team members.
• Building long-term client relationships and identifying opportunities for repeat business.

Skills

Client facing

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Governance

Contract administration

Procurement knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Construction Project Management

MAPM/MRICS advantageous

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC experience

Job description

Walker & Sloan is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver multidisciplinary projects across the Brighton area and South Coast. You will act as the principal client contact, manage cross-disciplinary teams, and drive governance and procurement decisions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role offers autonomy, strong client exposure and clear progression within a respected construction consultancy.