Senior Project Manager

Role:
Senior Project Manager – Construction

Location:

Cardiff (Hybrid)

Salary:
Negotiable

Hours:

Monday - Friday

Our Client

Our client is a leading development consultancy specialising in project and cost management across the built environment. With over 40 years of experience, they support the successful delivery of projects across England and Wales, providing expertise from initial planning and funding through to project completion.

Known for their strong presence in the healthcare and higher education sectors, they offer a range of services including cost management, project management, and funding support. Their commitment to quality, client service, and successful project outcomes has established them as a trusted partner to both public and private sector organisations.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of construction projects from inception through to completion, with particular emphasis on RIBA Stages 4-6. The role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, a thorough understanding of contract administration using both JCT and NEC forms of contract, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing major residential refurbishment and recladding projects, along with significant experience delivering projects within the education sector. Experience overseeing full building fit-out projects from pre-construction through to handover is essential.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will provide professional project management services in accordance with the standards and guidance of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and other relevant professional bodies. You will also play an active role in supporting the development of the wider project management team and contributing to the ongoing growth and improvement of the business.

Qualifications

* Degree qualified in Construction, Property, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.

* Chartered status (MRICS or FRICS) preferred.

* Demonstrable experience in construction project management, including leadership of complex, multi-million-pound projects.

* Proven experience delivering major residential refurbishment and recladding schemes.

* Experience managing projects within the education sector, including schools, colleges, or higher education facilities.

* Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement routes, project controls, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

* Provide project management services in accordance with the requirements and guidance of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and other recognised professional bodies.

* Lead and manage construction projects through all project stages, ensuring successful delivery against agreed objectives.

* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

* Manage project programmes, budgets, risks, procurement processes, and reporting requirements.

* Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.

* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, industry standards, and best practice.

* Lead refurbishment, recladding, education, and fit-out projects through construction and delivery phases, ensuring successful outcomes for clients and stakeholders.

Team Leadership and Development

* Assist in overseeing and managing Project Managers and Trainee Project Managers.

* Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical support to junior team members.

* Support the…