Senior Project Manager

Location: Kent

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of construction projects, each valued up to £20m. You’ll provide leadership across multiple schemes, supporting and guiding up to four site‑based Project Managers while working collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners.

This role suits someone who enjoys developing people, building inclusive and high‑performing teams, and delivering projects safely, responsibly, and to a high standard throughout the full project lifecycle.

• Lead and oversee a portfolio of projects, providing clear direction, support, and accountability.
• Build and support diverse teams where people feel safe, respected, and able to do their best work.
• Create and maintain a “Knowingly Safe” working environment.
• Embed and champion an inclusive F.R.E.D.I.E culture.
• Support the performance and development of direct reports through regular feedback, coaching, and constructive challenge.

• Ensure the principles of CDM 2015 and relevant legislation are applied consistently.
• Promote shared responsibility for health, safety, and wellbeing across all teams.
• Ensure incidents and accidents are investigated thoroughly, with learnings shared and embedded.
• Appoint and support a Temporary Works Coordinator, ensuring temporary works are planned, designed, and delivered safely and on time.

• Work collaboratively with designers to ensure designs are safe, buildable, inclusive, and achievable within agreed timescales.
• Plan and facilitate collaborative workshops where appropriate.
• Ensure all regulatory and pre‑commencement requirements are completed before site start.
• Oversee the timely setup of site offices and compounds.
• Encourage the use of innovation, technology, and modern methods of construction where these add value.

• Work closely with Commercial and Risk teams to manage costs, opportunities, and project risks.
• Support the selection of supply chain partners that align with project values and requirements.
• Lead construction teams and partners to deliver projects in line with agreed budget, programme, quality, and scope.
• Ensure resources are planned effectively throughout the project lifecycle, including appropriate demobilisation and redeployment.

• Support recruitment and onboarding of project team members in line with resource plans.
• Engage with the Performance Team to ensure all Construction Performance Framework/Balanced Scorecard (CPF/BSC) scoring is completed and evidenced.
• Maintain clear, timely, and accurate internal and external reporting.
• Communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, adapting your approach to meet different needs and perspectives.

• Relevant CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).
• HNC, Degree, or equivalent experience in a construction‑related discipline.
• PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent project management qualification (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience managing complex construction projects or portfolios.
• Strong understanding of CDM 2015 and health and safety responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of NEC and/or IChemE contracts and commercial principles.
• Confidence using Office 365 tools to support collaboration and reporting.
• Experience developing inclusive, high‑performing teams.
• Inclusive and collaborative leadership style.
• Clear, respectful, and adaptable communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make balanced, informed decisions.
• Commitment to working safely, ethically, and responsibly.

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