Senior Project Manager

Location: London / South England

Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 10 years of experience, primarily from a consultancy or client-side background (not main contractor). The successful candidate will have a strong track record in the residential sector, with extensive experience managing projects ranging from £1m to £30m.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage residential projects (houses and flats), covering circa 70- 80% of the role. The remainder will be commercial projects including offices, retail, PBSA, hospitability etc
• Oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
• Act as Employer’s Agent under JCT Design & Build contracts.
• Administer various JCT contracts (both traditional and D&B).
• Handle contract administration effectively, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in project management.
• Strong background in residential projects (70-80% of role).
• Proven experience delivering projects valued between £1m – £30m.
• Solid knowledge of JCT contracts and experience as an Employer’s Agent.
• Ideally MCIOB or MRICS qualified (not essential).
• Excellent contract administration skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to offer developer clients sound advice on procurement options

Salary & Benefits:

• £60,000 – £80,000 (based on experience).
• Opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile residential projects.
• Career progression with ongoing development opportunities.