Senior Project Manager: Lead Major Construction (Flexible)

Wates Smartspace; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Car allowance

Private medical cover

Pension contributions

Learning & development

Job summary

Wates is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major construction projects in the North West, from pre-construction through to completion.

You will work closely with clients, consultants and supply chain partners to ensure safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved, while fostering collaboration and high performance.

This role sits within a values-led, family-owned organisation that rewards initiative, development and inclusion across a diverse portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex, high-value construction projects.
• Strong track record of managing projects through full lifecycle.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major construction projects.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies that drive successful outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, creating an environment where people can thrive.
• Drive health, safety and wellbeing standards across your projects.
• Oversee programme, risk and commercial performance.
• Champion innovation, sustainability and modern methods of construction.
• Support the development and progression of future talent across the business.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communication

Health and safety

Commercial awareness

Job description

Wates is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major construction projects in the North West, from pre-construction through to completion.

You will work closely with clients, consultants and supply chain partners to ensure safety, quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved, while fostering collaboration and high performance.

This role sits within a values-led, family-owned organisation that rewards initiative, development and inclusion across a diverse portfolio.