Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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Project Manager
Location: Birmingham, UK
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
Sector: Construction Consultancy / Project Management
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity
Our client is a leading independent Cost and Project Management Consultancy delivering high-profile projects across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious and motivated Project Manager to join their Birmingham office.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with prestigious clients across a diverse portfolio including Hospitality & Leisure, High-End Retail, Residential, and Commercial developments. The successful candidate will support and lead projects from inception through to completion, working alongside experienced project and cost management professionals within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and planning through to delivery and handover.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, monitoring progress against key milestones.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support procurement activities, consultant appointments, and contract administration processes.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and updates for clients and senior stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, change control processes, and cost reporting in collaboration with Cost Management teams.
• Chair project meetings and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with quality, programme, commercial, and health & safety objectives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business opportunities.

About You

• Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3-4 years' post-graduate experience within a consultancy, client-side organisation, or main contractor environment.
• Experience delivering construction projects across one or more of the following sectors:
  • Hospitality & Leisure
  • High-End Retail
  • Residential
  • Commercial Developments
• Strong understanding of project management principles and construction delivery processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience preparing project programmes, reports, and client presentations.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project financial management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Working towards or already holding a professional qualification such as APM, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on landmark projects across the UK and Europe.
• Exposure to a diverse and prestigious client portfolio.
• Structured career development and progression opportunities.
• Support towards professional chartership and accreditation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment within a growing consultancy.

If you are a motivated Project Manager looking to accelerate your career with a leading consultancy and gain exposure to exciting projects across multiple sectors, we would be delighted to hear from you.