Project Manager- South East

Project Manager - Build to Rent

Location:

South east England

I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in single-family Build to Rent (BTR) housing development. My client is an established, PE-backed developer with significant institutional backing, currently experiencing rapid growth with ambitious plans to deliver over 1,000 new units annually. Operating as a fully integrated business - from development through to lettings and management - they're focused on creating high-quality, sustainable homes across the UK.

Their growth pipeline includes both forward-funded partnerships with house builders and direct land development opportunities.

This is a brand new position for a client-side Project Manager who will oversee active sites spread across the South East region, from Oxford, Wellingborough, Milton Keynes, and Windsor. You'll be home-based with travel across these sites, joining projects from site commencement (post pre-construction phase) through to successful completion and handover. This role would particularly suit someone from a consultancy background - think Employers Agent experience - rather than a traditional site-based construction PM.

You'll be the client's eyes and ears, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.

• Manage 5 residential development sites across the south east region
• Attend and conduct regular site meetings with contractors and stakeholders
• Monitor and ensure quality standards are maintained throughout construction
• Track programme delivery and ensure time frames stay on track
• Oversee project valuations, cashflows and budget performance
• Manage contractor relationships and hold supply chain accountable
• Track and ensure compliance with planning conditions
• Deliver comprehensive project reporting on KPIs including budget, programme, quality and safety
• Coordinate with technical, commercial and estates teams
• Manage projects through defects liability period and handover
• Capture and communicate lessons learned for continuous improvement

• Relevant qualification in construction/project management
• 3-5 years' experience in a similar role - consultancy background ideal (e.g. Employers Agent)
• Strong knowledge of residential construction, particularly houses and low-rise apartments
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Full understanding of RIBA stages
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Self-motivated with ability to manage high workload across multiple locations
• Full UK driving licence essential

South East: 5 secured projects totalling 440 units (separate team managing this region)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business in a brand new role, working on substantial residential developments with a clear pipeline of future projects. The home-based nature with regional site coverage offers excellent work-life balance whilst maintaining hands-on project