Project Manager in Wakefield

Atkins Search have been retained to exclusively appoint a Project Manager to join a growing, employee-focused construction consultancy in West Yorkshire. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering full life cycle delivery of projects across residential, education, commercial, industrial, healthcare and local authority sectors.

This Construction Project Manager job in Wakefield is ideal for an ambitious project professional seeking to support with the delivery of complex schemes, contribute to a collaborative team and develop a long-term career within a consultancy that values growth and professional development.

About the client:

Our client is a well-established and growing multidisciplinary construction consultancy operating across a diverse sector portfolio including residential, education, commercial, industrial, healthcare and local authority across Wakefield and the wider region. They are recognised for delivering high-quality, client-focused construction projects and fostering an inclusive, supportive working environment. The business places strong emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and clear career progression pathways for ambitious Project Managers looking to establish themselves as future senior leaders within the organisation.

Responsibilities:

• Support on construction projects across all stages of delivery, from feasibility and pre-contract through to practical completion and handover.
• Act as the primary client point of contact for assigned projects, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction.
• Lead and chair project meetings, design team coordination sessions and issue comprehensive meeting minutes.
• Prepare, maintain and manage project programmes using industry-standard project management software.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Manage project risk registers, change control processes and provide regular reporting to senior management.
• Support tender processes, procurement activities and contract administration under JCT and NEC frameworks.
• Monitor progress against programme milestones, cost targets and quality standards.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior Project Managers, directors, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to their professional development.
• Drive a professional, proactive and solutions-focused approach across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, CDM 2015 and quality management systems.

As a Project Manager, you will manage high-quality construction schemes across diverse sectors whilst gaining exposure to senior leadership and positioning yourself for long-term career growth within the organisation.

Qualifications:

• A relevant construction, built environment or project management degree (or equivalent professional experience).
• Proven experience delivering construction projects through the full life cycle within a consultancy or contractor environment.
• Experience across one or more of the following sectors: residential, education, commercial, industrial, healthcare and local authority.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts and construction procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills for effective client engagement.
• Strong organisational, planning and time management abilities to handle multiple concurrent projects.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage projects independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Sound understanding of RIBA stages, design coordination and construction delivery methodologies.
• Ambition to progress to senior Project Manager or Associate Director level within a growing consultancy.
• Professional membership such as APM, RICS or CIOB is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence for site visits across Yorkshire and surrounding areas.

Benefits:

• Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience).
• Car allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Supportive, professional and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and structured CPD support.
• Clear career progression pathway to Senior Project Manager and Associate Director roles.
• Exposure to senior leadership and directors for accelerated career development.
• Equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Generous annual leave.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful construction consultancy with an impressive project pipeline and strong market presence across Wakefield and the Yorkshire region.