Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Contracts Manager

Base pay range

Position: Project Manager

Sector: Education Construction (SEN / Department for Education Schemes)

Location: North London

Employment Type: Permanent

Reports to: Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex construction projects with a particular focus on Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Department for Education (DfE) funded schemes, with a national Tier 1 contractor. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record working with Tier One contractors
, overseeing projects from pre‑construction through to handover, ensuring successful delivery on programme, budget, safety, and quality standards.

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of construction projects ranging from £5m–£50m+ within the education sector.
• Manage design development, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, local authorities, DfE representatives, and stakeholder groups.
• Ensure compliance with DfE guidance, standards, and procurement frameworks.
• Programme planning: develop, monitor, and update project schedules.
• Financial management: oversee budgets, forecasts, variations, and cost reporting.
• Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and design consultants.
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and internal H&S policies.
• Oversee quality assurance, risk management, and performance monitoring.
• Prepare and present progress reports to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet the specific functional and accessibility requirements associated with SEN educational facilities.

• Degree-qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience).
• Proven experience delivering construction projects in a Tier One contracting environment
  .
• Demonstrable experience working on SEN schools
  , mainstream education facilities, or DfE capital programmes
  .
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent understanding of construction methodologies, procurement routes, and project controls.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Asta Power project, MS Project).
• Strong commitment to health, safety, sustainability, and quality standards.
• Professional membership (MCIOB, MAPM, RICS, or similar).
• Experience delivering projects within DfE Frameworks (e.g., MMC, CF21).
• Knowledge of SEN-specific building requirements and safeguarding standards.
• Experience with modern methods of construction (MMC) or offsite solutions.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful education projects that support local communities.
• Career progression within a leading construction organisation.
• Support for professional development and chartership.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Project Management

Construction

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