Job Description:
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a leading main contractor delivering major industrial and logistics developments across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead the delivery of large-scale warehouse, distribution centre, and industrial ("shed") projects from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex construction programmes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Please note: We will only consider candidates with proven industrial/logistics or shed building experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of industrial and logistics construction projects.
- Manage project teams including Construction Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and commercial staff.
- Lead the planning, programming, and execution of projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.
- Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and client representatives.
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, quality, and health and safety requirements.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
- Manage client relationships and chair progress meetings with key stakeholders.
- Oversee procurement, resource planning, and construction sequencing.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, building regulations, and statutory requirements.
- Drive a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the project team.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering large industrial or logistics developments.
- Strong background in steel frame warehouse, distribution centre, manufacturing, or industrial ("shed") construction.
- Experience managing projects from groundworks through to practical completion.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage programme, cost, and project risk.
- Thorough understanding of health and safety legislation and construction best practices.
- SMSTS, Black CSCS Card, and First Aid qualifications are essential.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline is desirable.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.
- Opportunity to deliver landmark industrial and logistics developments.
- Long-term career progression with a well-established and growing main contractor.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment with a strong pipeline of future projects.