Senior Project Manager - Lab & Pandemic Sciences Build

Laing O'Rourke; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting a Senior Project Manager to lead the Plot B2 Vaccinology Centre project in Oxford. You will oversee delivery from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safety, schedule and budget adherence while driving high performance across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires experience with Tier 1 main contractors (£100m+ projects) and a background in construction management or related fields. We welcome candidates with transferable skills and a commitment to learning.

Qualifications

• Trade background or degree in construction management or related field.
• SMSTS certification.
• Tier 1 main contractor experience on projects £100m+.
• Pharmaceutical/laboratory experience desirable.
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major construction projects from pre-construction through to handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Drive project performance and implement mitigation plans where necessary.
• Lead, motivate, and develop multidisciplinary project teams.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration and accountability.
• Mentor Project Managers and support talent development initiatives.
• Maintain oversight of project budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and commercial performance.
• Manage project risks, opportunities, contractual obligations, and change control processes.
• Support the resolution of commercial issues, claims, and disputes.
• Champion health, safety, environmental, and quality standards across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legislation, and client requirements.
• Promote a culture of zero harm and right-first-time delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, supply chain partners, and key stakeholders.
• Act as the senior project contact, managing expectations and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Lead project meetings, governance reviews, and reporting activities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Budget management

Communication

Education

Trade background

Degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering / Quantity Surveying

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is recruiting a Senior Project Manager to lead the Plot B2 Vaccinology Centre project in Oxford. You will oversee delivery from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safety, schedule and budget adherence while driving high performance across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires experience with Tier 1 main contractors (£100m+ projects) and a background in construction management or related fields. We welcome candidates with transferable skills and a commitment to learning.