Interim Project Manager

Project Manager, Suffolk, 6-month contract, Rate up to £350 per day Your new company Our client in Suffolk is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a newly created role within a small, dynamic team responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of construction projects. Your new role As the Project Manager, you will be leading on a range of key projects for the team.

Key responsibilities will include: Lead and manage a variety of construction projects, including large-scale capital investments and town centre regeneration initiatives. Work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including local residents, planners, and elected officials. Provide clear and consistent communication across all levels, including regular progress reporting to senior leadership.

Manage and report on project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and transparency. Oversee the pre-planning process, including coordination of feasibility studies, stakeholder consultations, and preparation of planning applications. Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery.

Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in project management within the construction or infrastructure sector. Strong understanding of the pre-planning and planning application process.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholder groups. Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets. Relevant professional qualifications such as RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building), or equivalent are highly desirable.

Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP) are also advantageous. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. What you'll get in return This will be an exciting, interesting and varied project management position which will see you working on a range of capital investment and regeneration-linked projects.

You'll be joining a flexible, friendly and supportive team on an initial 6-month contract. The organisation may then look to recruit for the role on a permanent basis. You'll receive a day rate of up to £350 per day gross / Umbrella.

This is a flexible full-time role for 37.5 hours per week. You'll be working hybrid with 1–2 days in the office, with the rest of your time spent either working from home or attending site as the role requires. The team take a positive approach to flexibility and are most "concerned with outputs instead of specific hours".

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