Senior Project Manager
📍 City of London (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
💼 Full-Time – Senior Level
About the Company
Our client is an established, multi-discipline consultancy specialising in integrated project management, cost management and employer’s agent services for complex built-environment projects. They take a personalised, pragmatic approach to every assignment, working collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and on budget. Their teams are passionate about shaping better buildings and places across residential, mixed-use and commercial sectors, and they pride themselves on creating value through thoughtful, coordinated project execution.
They promote a positive, inclusive workplace with a strong focus on professional development, flexible working and opportunities to contribute to high-profile developments across Build-to-Rent (BTR), Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Co-Living,Affordable Housing and Later Living.
Role Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex construction projects from inception through to handover. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles from planning and design through procurement, delivery and completion and the capability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage stakeholders, and drive project performance.
The successful candidate will report directly to senior leadership and will play a pivotal role in maintaining client relationships, mitigating risks and ensuring projects are executed to high standards.
Key Responsibilities
● Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with client objectives
and approved budgets.
● Develop, implement and monitor project plans, programme schedules and cash flow
forecasts.
● Act as a primary client interface, producing regular reports, updates and insights.
● Coordinate internal teams and external consultants to deliver cohesive project
outcomes.
● Identify and manage project risks, issues and change control processes.
● Support the preparation and implementation of project execution plans and strategic
documentation.
● Maintain strong technical oversight, including the review of design submissions and
technical submittals.
About You – Essential Requirements
● 5+ years’ experience in project management within a built-environment consultancy.
● Strong residential sector experience including BTR, PBSA, Co-Living, Affordable and
Private Sale projects.
● Proven experience managing projects valued £50m–£70m, with exposure to
schemes up to £250m+.
● Proficiency in planning (e.g., Microsoft Project), development cash flow management
and project execution planning.
● Experience reporting directly to clients and preparing high-quality project
management reports.
● Technical competency in reviewing design information and construction-related
documentation.
● Understanding of gateway processes such as BSR (or equivalent).
Preferred (But Not Mandatory)
● Line management experience.
● Experience in cost management and Employer’s Agent roles.
● Exposure to integrated project delivery environments.
What the Company Offers
● Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
● Hybrid working and a supportive, development-focused environment.
● Clear opportunities for progression and professional accreditations (e.g., RICS APC).
● Collaborative culture with ongoing social, training and development initiatives.
● Private healthcare, pension scheme and enhanced family leave benefits.
● The opportunity to work on landmark, high-value developments.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive and technically strong project leader with a passion for delivering excellence and shaping high-quality built environments, please submit your CV and a short
covering note outlining your relevant experience.