Senior Structural PM – UK Steel Installations

Novax Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novax Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Senior Structural Project Manager to lead major installation projects within structural steel, steel erection or heavy construction. You will manage planning, site delivery, budgets and client relationships from mobilisation to handover.

The role requires five years’ PM experience in structural steel, strong knowledge of erection methods and the ability to interpret drawings and schedules.

Qualifications

• At least five years' Project Management experience within structural steel, steel erection or heavy construction.
• Strong knowledge of steel construction methods, materials, site operations and installation processes.
• The ability to interpret structural drawings, fabrication drawings and erection plans.
• Experience using project planning software such as Asta Project or Primavera P6.
• Proficiency with Trimble and Trimble Connect, alongside PDF mark‑up tools such as Bluebeam.
• A sound understanding of contract administration, project budgets and commercial controls.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisation and problem‑solving skills.
• confidence managing subcontractors, coordinating multiple trades and holding teams accountable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee structural steel installation projects from mobilisation through to completion.
• Develop and manage project programmes, lookahead plans and key milestones to keep delivery on track.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, trades and resources well in advance of site requirements.
• Use 2D drawing mark-ups, visual planning tools and project models to communicate requirements clearly.
• Maintain a strong site presence, resolving issues quickly and keeping project teams aligned.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, programmes, work packages, RFIs, change orders and method statements.
• Lead constructability reviews and method statement discussions to ensure practical, coordinated delivery.
• Chair site meetings, report progress and maintain accurate daily and weekly project records.
• Ensure reporting and documentation are completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, forecasts and financial performance.
• Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and commercial colleagues to manage scope, variations and contractual obligations.
• Support effective contract administration and financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and site trades to achieve programme, quality and performance targets.
• Coordinate activities between site teams and workshop operations.
• Resolve technical challenges and operational issues efficiently.
• Maintain accountability across the project team, ensuring consistently high standards of delivery.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental requirements are maintained across project sites.
• Monitor quality and ensure works comply with specifications and relevant standards.
• Review and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Coordinate operation and maintenance manuals and associated handover documentation.
• Drive projects through to safe, successful and well‑managed completion.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, engineers, designers and other project stakeholders.
• Act as a key point of contact, providing clear communication on progress, risks and project issues.
• Manage expectations and coordinate timely solutions to challenges as they arise.

Skills

Project management

Structural steel

Leadership

Budgeting

Client relations

Communication

Primavera P6

Asta Project

Trimble

Bluebeam

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Asta Project

Primavera P6

Trimble

Trimble Connect

Bluebeam

Tekla Structures

Job description

Novax Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a Senior Structural Project Manager to lead major installation projects within structural steel, steel erection or heavy construction. You will manage planning, site delivery, budgets and client relationships from mobilisation to handover.

The role requires five years’ PM experience in structural steel, strong knowledge of erection methods and the ability to interpret drawings and schedules.