At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead project delivery from inception to completion, managing site teams and subcontractors.
- Company: An award-winning regional contractor with a strong reputation in Oxford and the South of England.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £60,000 to £71,000, plus car allowance and pension scheme.
- Other info: Role offers long-term career prospects within a supportive and quality-driven team.
- Why this job: Opportunity to lead varied projects in education, commercial, leisure, and heritage sectors.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager with a background in new build or refurbishment.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 71000 £ per year.
Salary: £60,000 – £71,000 per annum
Location: Oxford
Sectors: Education, Commercial, Leisure & Heritage
Project Type: New Build & Refurbishment
Our client is an award‑winning, financially strong regional contractor with a long‑standing reputation in Oxford and the wider South of England. Known for delivering design & build, new build, restoration and refurbishment projects ranging from £1 million to £10 million, the company values a people‑first culture, collaboration and a commitment to quality. They maintain strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners and offer stability, longevity and genuine opportunities for progression.
Role
As Project Manager / Senior Site Manager you will lead the delivery of projects in and around Oxford. Schemes will span education, commercial, leisure and heritage and may involve both refurbishment and new build works. You will take ownership, be visible within the team and drive the success of a growing regional department.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day delivery of projects from inception through to completion.
- Manage site teams, subcontractors and programme performance.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard of quality.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams to maintain progress and communication.
- Oversee site logistics, reporting and planning activities.
- Support commercial and programme objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive a positive site culture and maintain excellent stakeholder relationships.
About You
- Experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager ready to step into a broader leadership role.
- Background working for a main contractor on new build and/or refurbishment projects.
- Sector experience in education, commercial, leisure or heritage highly desirable.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Able to manage projects and site teams effectively while maintaining high standards.
- Ambitious and seeking a role with long‑term progression and stability.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £71,000.
- Car allowance and pension scheme.
- Opportunity to work on a varied pipeline of projects across Oxford.
- Lead role within a respected and established regional business.
- Long‑term career prospects with a contractor known for longevity and progression.
- Positive team culture that is supportive, collaborative, friendly, committed and quality‑driven.
Project Manager in Oxford employer: Job Search Place Limited
Located in Oxford, this contractor is known for delivering projects valued between £1 million and £10 million. They offer a positive team culture and genuine opportunities for progression, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals.
