Project Manager - Housebuilding
Job in
Chelmsford, Essex County, CM1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, EHS / HSE Manager -
Construction
Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Project Manager – High‑End Residential Development (Fixed Term Contract)
Location:
Essex (Chelmsford area) –
Contract:
Fixed Term – 18‑24 months – Salary: £80,000‑£85,000 + very generous bonus + car allowance – Start: ASAP.
You will take full responsibility for day‑to‑day project delivery, leading the on‑site team and coordinating all activities to programme, quality, and budget.
Key Responsibilities- Acting as Project Lead / No.1 on site
- Managing and motivating the site team, including Site Manager, direct labour, and subcontractors
- Overseeing the construction and completion of the final 15 units
- Programme management and reporting to senior stakeholders
- Coordinating remaining procurement and contractor packages
- Ensuring health & safety, quality control, and compliance at all times
- Working closely with head office support functions
- Final phase of a large residential development (128 homes total)
- Remaining units are high‑spec, high‑value private housing
- The site is already live and well established
- Strong support structure from head office and consultants
- Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager on residential developments
- Comfortable leading projects as the senior figure on site
- Experience delivering high‑quality private housing
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Able to manage a project through to completion with minimal supervision
- Contractual / commercial awareness is beneficial but not essential
- £80,000‑£85,000 salary
- Very generous milestone‑based bonus (up to c.50%)
- Car allowance
- Statutory pension
- Fixed‑term contract of 18‑24 months, with potential for extension or future opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential Project Manager seeking a defined‑term role on a prestigious scheme, with strong financial reward and the chance to leave a lasting mark on a high‑profile development.
For a confidential discussion or further details, please apply or contact us directly.
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