Senior Project Manager - Contracts (Construction) – Bonus

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager for a key client-facing role in Greater Manchester. The successful candidate will manage up to 15 projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. You will oversee project performance, health & safety, and financial oversight in a dynamic environment. Ideal applicants will possess strong communication skills, a solid construction background, and the ability to work under pressure. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday per year.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

25 days holiday per year

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Professional, organised, and technically strong.
• Experience managing construction or fabrication-led projects.
• Demonstrated success managing high-value client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of up to 15 live projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all clients.
• Oversee and champion Health & Safety across all projects.
• Manage all design stages and coordinate progression to production.
• Work alongside the commercial team on budgets and forecasts.
• Lead pre-start, progress, and ad-hoc project meetings.

Skills

Construction Background

Professionalism

Commercial Acumen

Attention to Detail

Client Management

Adaptability & Resilience

Organisation & Time Management

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

Construction, design, or technical qualification (NVQ Level 6 or 7 preferred)

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Contracts Manager for a key client-facing role in Greater Manchester. The successful candidate will manage up to 15 projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. You will oversee project performance, health & safety, and financial oversight in a dynamic environment. Ideal applicants will possess strong communication skills, a solid construction background, and the ability to work under pressure. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday per year.