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Project Manager
Job summary
A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee construction and refurbishment projects up to £50m in value. Responsibilities include managing the project lifecycle, client relationships, procurement processes, and financial monitoring. Successful candidates should have a strong background in project management within the construction sector, along with a degree in a relevant field. The role requires on-site presence 2-3 days a week and offers a competitive salary and package.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Project Manager managing projects up to £50m.
- Strong background in managing both new-build and refurbishment projects.
- Experience working within a consultancy environment is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the full project lifecycle.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
- Oversee the procurement process for contractors and suppliers.
- Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and control project costs.
Skills
Education
Due to continued growth, our client is looking for Project Managers with experience in NEC contracts to lead and oversee high-value construction and refurbishment projects up to £50m in value. Projects may include urban regeneration, healthcare, education, data centres and industrial sectors.
You will be responsible for the successful delivery of construction and refurbishment projects within budget, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
- Lead and manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered to scope, budget, and schedule.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong, proactive relationships to ensure clear communication and understanding of project objectives.
- Oversee the procurement process for contractors and suppliers, ensuring contracts are negotiated, agreed upon, and executed in line with project goals.
- Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions or delays. Proactively manage change orders and unforeseen project challenges.
- Monitor and control project costs, ensuring that projects stay within budget. Prepare and review financial reports, and manage invoicing, claims, and variations.
- Ensure that all projects comply with relevant health and safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
- Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction or refurbishment sector, managing projects up to £50m in value.
- Strong background in managing both new-build and refurbishment projects.
- Experience working within a consultancy environment is highly desirable.
- A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Professional membership (e.g., MRICS, MCIOB, APM) is desirable but not essential.
- Health and Safety qualifications (e.g., SMSTS, First Aid) are an advantage.
The role would require you to be on site 2/3 days a week and comes with a market leading salary and package.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.