Project Manager (m/f/d)

Cumming Group; Oslo; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to oversee small to medium projects in Oslo. You'll manage project responsibilities from planning to risk management and ensure effective communication with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of PM experience, strong leadership skills, and are fluent in English and Norwegian or Swedish. The role offers flexibility through hybrid work arrangements and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive team atmosphere

Flexible home office/hybrid work

International team environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management experience, ideally in the construction industry.
• Experience with Nordic standard contracts (NS, AB, ABT).
• Understanding of HSE (HMS) legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support project management processes including scope, budget, and planning.
• Represent the company to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage contract administration and project meetings.

Skills

Client-facing roles experience

Problem-solving mindset

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills in English

Knowledge of construction industry practices

Education

Degree qualified (industry or non-industry)

Working towards MAPM/MRICS or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Cumming Group is a leading independent property and construction consultancy with expertise across a broad range of sectors and disciplines. Our bespoke services are delivered by a talented team of project managers and surveyors throughout Ireland, the United Kingdom, Europe, and US regions, where we enjoy long-standing relationships based on hard work, mutual respect, and a commitment to adding value at every step of a project’s development. We are attentive listeners who think strategically, manage decisively, and always act with our clients’ best interests at heart. As part of our expansion on a national and international level, we are looking for talented and motivated professionals to join our team. The role will be based in our Paris office with a flexible hybrid working approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the full range of project management processes including scope, budget, reporting, planning, client interaction, and contract administration.
• Take proactive responsibility for small to medium projects (approx. NOK 10–100M) with a high level of independence.
• Represent Cumming Group to clients, suppliers, contractors, consultants, and industry partners.
• Ensure effective communication with all stakeholders to keep projects transparent and on track.
• Assist with risk and value management, including workshops and project risk registers.
• Manage contract administration, monthly reporting, and chair project meetings.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and high-quality work outputs while supporting senior PMs as needed.
• Comply with client governance, company policies, and HSE/quality procedures.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Commit to professional development and support colleagues and the wider business.

Qualifications

• Skills & Competencies
• Proven ability to deliver results in client-facing roles, including confident responses to client requests and knowing when to escalate issues.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with innovative solutions to improve project delivery.
• Resilience and resourcefulness when managing complex challenges.
• Commitment to exceeding client expectations and maintaining high ethical standards.
• Experience managing diverse stakeholders and motivating teams, including supply chain partners.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements and priorities.
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English and Norwegian or Swedish.

• Education & Experience
• Degree qualified (industry or non-industry).
• 4+ years of project management experience, ideally in the construction industry.
• Working towards MAPM / MRICS or equivalent qualification; additional certifications such as PRINCE2, MSP, or Risk Management are an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of construction industry practices and technical matters.
• Experience with Nordic standard contracts (NS, AB, ABT).
• Demonstrated ability in core PM processes: risk, opportunities and issues, planning/programming, change control, reporting, and stakeholder management.
• Experience delivering projects or programmes across the full project lifecycle.
• Understanding of HSE (HMS) legislation, with a willingness to obtain formal training if not already completed.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills with clients and colleagues alike.

Benefits

• We offer you a great working atmosphere in a supportive team that is characterized by flat hierarchies.
• Open doors, accessibility, understanding and short decision-making processes are an integral part of our corporate culture.
• A dynamic, motivated and international team in a growing constantly company.
• Flexibility through home office / hybrid work.
• An appreciative and inspiring working atmosphere.

Does this sound interesting to you?

Then we are looking forward to receiving your full application in English.