Senior Project Manager

About The Role

Due to continued growth in the Northwest region, TSA Riley is seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to strengthen our project management team. We have two offices within the Northwest region, located in central Manchester and Bolton respectively. The successful candidate could potentially work out of either office to suit their convenience. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful and expanding project management team, working with a diverse range of clients on projects spanning the breadth of the built environment.

The role offers great opportunities for career development within a growing business, as well as exposure to a variety of services delivered to our clients. Typically, you will gain exposure to pre‑construction, development management and delivery stage PM services as part of your role. Applications are welcomed from experienced project managers who have successfully led complex construction developments through their whole lifecycle and across multiple sectors of the built environment.

This role would particularly suit project management professionals with prior experience of working within a consultancy or client‑facing environment who are looking to further develop their career within a well‑established and growing consultancy within the region. At TSA Riley, being people‑focused is central to how the organisation operates. Team members are supported with the training, resources, and collaborative environment needed to succeed, grow professionally, and build a rewarding career.

• Leading end‑to‑end project delivery, ensuring alignment with agreed scope, budget, and programme targets.
• Coordinating project inputs across procurement, design, delivery planning, site activity, and contractor engagement.
• Building strong, trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders through clear, responsive communication.
• Applying sound judgment to identify and manage risks, resolve issues, and capture opportunities early.
• Driving commercial performance through effective budget control, contract administration, and management of scope changes.
• Using TSA Riley's digital tools and systems to track progress, monitor risk, and support quality reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with project governance, quality, and safety frameworks.
• Leading and supporting team members with clear direction, regular feedback, and a focus on development and high performance.
• Supporting ongoing client growth by identifying opportunities and contributing to positive project outcomes.
• Contributing to business growth by supporting pipeline development, participating in bids and pursuits, and advancing sector initiatives.

• A tertiary qualification in a field relevant to shaping or delivering projects in the built environment.
• May hold or be pursuing professional accreditation with a relevant professional body such as the CIOB, RICS or similar equivalent.
• Experience in delivering construction related projects in a client‑side or consulting environment. This role is not suitable for Project Managers looking to transition from other industries such as IT, marketing or finance.
• Deep understanding of project life cycles, commercial controls, and contract administration, including the ability to perform the role of Contract Administrator, Employer's Agent, or equivalent as appropriate.
• A strong understanding of carrying out pre‑construction duties within a consulting PM role in the construction industry. This will include, but is not limited to duties such as design team management and third‑party legal agreements.
• Proven ability to manage scope, programme, and budget across complex projects, ensuring delivery against commercial and client expectations.
• Proficiency with digital tools and project systems to support planning, reporting, coordination, and quality assurance.
• Skilled in navigating stakeholder complexity, resolving conflict, and aligning diverse interests to drive project outcomes.
• A reputation for leading teams effectively and supporting others.
• Actively building their professional reputation and connections through high‑quality delivery, knowledge…