Construction Project Manager

Job Description:

OVERVIEW

Are you a Construction Project Manager looking for your next role? 

A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Project Manager to join a well-established main contractor delivering high quality construction projects across the Commercial, Residential and Healthcare

We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Project Manager to oversee construction projects in and around the East Midlands area, where you will be running 2 or 3 projects at any given time, up to the value of £10million.

This Senior Project Manager job in the East Midlands offers the opportunity to join an established site team and play a key role in delivering the project to completion.

CLIENT

Our client is a reputable Tier 2 UK main contractor with a proven track record in delivering complex construction projects, including Retirement Living and Student Accommodation.

With a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and integrity, they pride themselves on building lasting relationships with clients and partners, whilst maintaining a strong focus on safety, efficiency and sustainability. Their portfolio demonstrates expertise in multi-room construction delivery and project leadership across both public and private sectors.

Due to an expanding project portfolio, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in East Midlands region to strengthen their delivery team and support their continued growth across the region.

ROLE

As a Senior Project Manager you will take full responsibility for the on-site delivery of the project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

You will work alongside Project Managers, Site Managers and Commercial Manager, providing leadership, direction and coordination across all aspects of the build. This is an excellent project management opportunity for an ambitious Construction Project Manager ready to take ownership of live sites.

This Senior Construction Project Manager role would suit an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in main contracting and a proven ability to take ownership of live sites.

For the successful candidate, there will be the opportunity to continue on to further projects upon completion.

Responsibilities

To lead site teams, manage client relationships, and play a key role in commercial and operational success

• Must be able to produce, develop and monitor all aspects of multiple project programmes and implement recovery plans where needed.
• Administer and manage contractors on site, including variations and claims.
• Work closely with the commercial team to control budgets and manage subcontractor performance.
• Act as main liaison with operations Manager for consultants, and statutory authorities for site and work closely with our in house design manager.
• Promote and enforce high health & safety, and image standards across all projects.
• Lead and mentor site teams and contractors to completion.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager within a UK main contracting environment with care home experience.
• Must have proven thorough knowledge of programming & sequencing of works.
• Track record of delivering multi room construction projects, 
• Strong leadership, organisation and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

PERSON

To be successful in this Senior Project Manager job candidates should ideally have:

• Strong knowledge of construction programming, sequencing and planning is essential
• Happy to Travel as part of the role
• Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively
• A proactive, organised and solutions-driven approach to project leadership
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), First Aid and Temporary Works Coordinator certifications
• Degree in Construction Management or related discipline (preferred)
• Chartered status (MCIOB, RICS) desirable but not essential

REMUNERATION

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful Tier 2 contractor with an impressive pipeline of construction jobs across the UK. 

As a Senior Project Manager in East Midlands, you'll have the chance to shape construction project delivery and influence business performance with clear scope for career progression.

In return for your skills and experience, our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary -up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
• Company car or £5,000 car allowance plus fuel card
• Pension contribution scheme
• Performance-related annual bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Professional development and training support
• Chartership sponsorship and continued career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership
• Reputable regional business with a solid pipeline of projects

Apply Now: Senior Project Manager Job in East Midlands

If you are an experienced Project Manager ready to take on a new construction project based in East Midlands, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a market-leading contractor delivering some of the most exciting construction schemes. If your application is successful, we’ll be in touch with full details about the company, role and projects. This role is to start as soon as possible.