Senior Project Manager

A leading structural steel specialist is currently looking for a permanent, full-time Senior Project Manager in London, reporting to the UK Construction Director. The role oversees structural steel installation projects from planning through to completion, managing timelines, budgets, safety, subcontractors, contractual obligations and client communications, with the opportunity to progress into more advanced positions within the company.

Start Date:

February 2027
Salary: 85,000 per annum

Contract:

Permanent, full-time

Location:

London

Duties:

Plan and coordinate the project team to oversee all aspects of structural steel installation projects

Manage and deliver project timelines, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are met on programme

Lead with clearly communicated lookahead plans, cascaded to both the project team and site team Visual planning through model and 2D drawing mark-ups Organise trades well in advance of mobilising

Coordinate with clients, engineers, designers and site personnel to ensure clear communication and project alignment

Lead and coordinate project documentation, including contracts, schedules, work packages, RFIs and change orders

Lead the project team through constructability and method statements to align internal stakeholders

Monitor project costs, budgets and financial forecasts

Lead site meetings and report on progress to stakeholders, both internally and to the client

Ensure all internal and external project reporting is completed as per project requirements

Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance across all sites through the project team Oversee quality control, ensuring work is completed to specifications and standards, including project handover

Manage subcontractors and suppliers to meet deadlines and quality expectations

Resolve site issues and technical challenges promptly, working through problems with the client and project team via Teams calls and direct contact

Support the commercial team on scope items

Act as the link between the project and the workshop team Maintain detailed daily and weekly records and project documentation

Be the project lead with a continuous and reliable presence on site Review and manage ITPsEnsure O&M manuals and associated handovers are delivered on time Requirements:

Previous London project experience (Essential)
Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager in structural steel, steel erection or heavy construction

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong track record of delivering projects to a high standard

In-depth knowledge of steel construction methods, materials and site operations

Strong understanding of structural drawings, shop drawings and erection plans

Experience with project planning tools such as Asta Project or Primavera P6

Competent in contract administration and financial control, coordinating with the QSProficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Proficient with Trimble and Trimble Connect Proficient with PDF mark-up (Bluebeam) to cascade requirements or constructability

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills

Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sitesCSCS/SMSTS certification

Reliable and dependable

Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field (Desirable)
NEBOSH or IOSH Health & Safety certification (Desirable)
Familiarity with BIM and steel detailing software such as Tekla Structures (Desirable)

Experience with crane lifts and heavy steel logistics planning (Desirable)
Key

Competencies:

Planning and control

Managing the customer relationship

Communication and influencing

Team working and personal impact

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills and relationship management

Accountability for the project

Management of all trades leading into the project

Punctuality

Holding the project team to high standards

If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.

Type:
Permanent Category:
Architectural Metalwork & Small Structures Date Posted: