Junior Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Location: St Helens

Salary: £40,000 basic - £50,000 - £70,000 OTE (via project completion bonus)

Hours: 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage key in-house projects, including the redevelopment of existing buildings, new build developments, and mixed‑use schemes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, budgeting, and analysis, with Quantity Surveying (QS) skills considered an advantage. While a RICS qualification is preferred, it is not essential.

• Coordinate internal resources, third‑party suppliers, and contractors for key projects, ensuring flawless execution.
• Ensure timely, in‑scope, and on‑budget delivery of all projects.
• Develop project scopes for commercial new build or refurbishment projects, including clear objectives and technical feasibility plans for stakeholders.
• Manage resource availability, allocation, and oversee project progress comprehensively.
• Utilise verification techniques to handle changes in scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance, report to management, and escalate issues as necessary while maintaining strong relationships with all involved parties.

• Car mileage allowance.
• Employee discount schemes.
• Internal progression opportunities.
• Free on‑site parking.
• £250 reward for employee referrals.

• Proven track record in construction, fit‑out, refurbishment, and building project management.
• Experience in new build steel portal frame buildings.
• Experience leading projects from cradle to grave.
• Knowledge and experience with appropriate project management software (e.g., (url removed)).
• All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.