Senior Project Manager (Heritage) in London

We are working with an established national contractor supporting their London Office/Team. They have a strong pipeline of projects across London with a focus on Complex Refurb/Cut & Carve (and RC frame New Build).

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to take the Lead on a Listed Landmark Heritage Office Building refurb/upgrade, in Central London.

You will:

• Lead the delivery of construction projects from pre-construction and design coordination through to practical completion and client handover.
• Manage day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate programme risks, proactively addressing issues that could impact project delivery.
• Monitor project progress against agreed programmes, producing short-term and phase-specific plans to support successful execution.
• Work closely with the Project Director and senior leadership team to ensure appropriate labour, plant, and subcontractor resources are available throughout the project lifecycle.
• Deliver site briefings and ensure all personnel understand project requirements, safety expectations, and operational procedures.
• Plan and coordinate site logistics, welfare facilities, access arrangements, and construction operations to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Manage temporary works processes and ensure all associated activities are planned, coordinated, and implemented in accordance with project requirements.
• Oversee procurement activities, ensuring materials, plant, and equipment are ordered and delivered in line with programme requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants and design teams to secure the timely issue of design information and resolve technical queries.
• Lead, develop, and motivate site management teams while ensuring subcontractors perform in line with programme, quality, and safety expectations.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, ensuring compliance with project specifications, statutory regulations, and quality management procedures.
• Drive consistency in site operations through adherence to company procedures, best practice standards, and project controls.
• Collaborate with commercial and project teams to manage costs, variations, change control, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Chair regular coordination meetings with project stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams to review progress, risks, and forthcoming activities.
• Maintain accurate project records, reporting information, and documentation to ensure transparency and audit compliance.
• Undertake regular health, safety, and environmental inspections, promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company standards.

You will have:

• A Construction Degree or equivalent
• 5+ years' experience as a Snr Project Manager or Contract Manager experience with a main contractor on Projects of £30M. This should include Heritage/ Cut & Carve and, ideally, some RC frame new build.

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