Project Manager - Residential New Build in Bedford

Location: Bedfordshire (Site-based)

About MCR Property Group

MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our core focus is the delivery of high-quality residential and industrial developments alongside the active management of a diverse, multi-sector property portfolio. This currently includes approximately 5,000 residential plots and commercial and industrial assets in excess of £2 billion in value. We are entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and are seeking talented, motivated and commercially minded professionals who share our passion for real estate and long-term value creation. Joining MCR means becoming part of a business that rewards initiative, supports development and offers genuine career progression.

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our team, based on a major development site in Bedfordshire. This is a standout opportunity to take a leading role within a fast-paced, thriving business that is continuing to scale nationally. You will be instrumental in delivering complex residential projects while developing your career within a highly ambitious and well-capitalised property group. As our Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of large-scale residential developments, from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will provide strong leadership on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for driving performance across all disciplines, coordinating internal teams and external partners, and acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining comprehensive project programmes, budgets and resource plans to ensure effective delivery from inception through to completion.
• Coordinating and motivating project teams, including site management, subcontractors, consultants and suppliers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance.
• Managing all subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring commercial, contractual and programme obligations are achieved.
• Owning and upholding health and safety standards at all times, ensuring full compliance with legislation, company policy and industry best practice.
• Overseeing the design process from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, embedding buildability, cost efficiency and quality across all stages of delivery.
• Implementing rigorous quality assurance procedures to ensure all works meet regulatory requirements, design intent and MCR’s internal standards.
• Actively controlling project costs, monitoring expenditure against budgets, managing variations effectively and identifying value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Proactively identifying potential project risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to protect programme certainty, commercial performance and delivery outcomes.
• Maintaining clear and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and responding promptly to queries, changes or emerging issues.
• Managing project schedules and critical milestones closely to ensure agreed completion dates are consistently achieved.
• Coordinating procurement of materials, plant and equipment to support programme certainty, quality standards and commercial efficiency.
• Reviewing, negotiating and administering contracts with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants in line with project and company requirements.
• Ensuring all construction activities are delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, building regulations, planning conditions and statutory obligations.
• Providing accurate project reporting, forecasts and performance updates to the Construction Director.

Requirements

• A degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline is preferred.
• Proven experience operating as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within residential development, with strong exposure to high-rise schemes.
• Confidence in using construction management software and project reporting tools.
• Excellent commercial awareness, problem-solving capability and sound decision-making under pressure.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and represent the business professionally.

Please note: this role is site-based / office-based and does not offer hybrid or remote working.