Industrial & Commercial Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Industrial & Commercial Infrastructure

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall operational and commercial performance of industrial and commercial infrastructure projects. Key objectives include maintaining exemplary health and safety standards, delivering projects on programme, achieving high-quality outcomes, and ensuring commercial profitability.

Work collaboratively with design teams, planning teams, site personnel, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to support the successful delivery of projects from inception through to completion.

Principal Responsibilities

Health & Safety

Promote a strong health and safety culture across all projects and operational activities.

Ensure all sites are maintained in a safe and secure condition with appropriate controls in place.

Ensure Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Construction Design & Management (CDM) documentation are prepared, communicated, and adhered to.

Conduct regular audits, inspections, and site reviews, implementing corrective actions where required.

Deliver regular toolbox talks and safety briefings.

Investigate incidents, near misses, and utility strikes, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures.

Promote proactive hazard identification and reporting.

Ensure all plant, machinery, and equipment are maintained, secured, and operated safely.

Client & Stakeholder Management

Deliver a high standard of customer service throughout the project lifecycle.

Lead regular progress and programme meetings with clients and stakeholders.

Manage client expectations through effective communication and proactive programme management.

Coordinate future workload planning to ensure resources are allocated efficiently.

Ensure project delivery aligns with client requirements, timescales, and quality expectations.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, support, and develop project management and site delivery teams.

Monitor workforce performance, attendance, and productivity.

Conduct employee appraisals and performance reviews.

Foster a positive, fair, and professional working environment.

Support operational, design, planning, and commercial teams to achieve project objectives.

Quality & Operational Excellence

Ensure all projects are delivered to specification and in accordance with quality standards.

Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accurate as-built records and project documentation.

Support recruitment and workforce planning activities to maintain operational capability.

Ensure project forecasts, resource plans, and work schedules remain current and accurate.

Monitor project performance and implement improvement measures where required.

Coordinate training and competency development requirements for project teams.

Maintain accurate records of deliveries, materials, and project documentation.

Ensure adherence to company procedures, standards, and governance requirements.

Commercial Management

Maintain oversight of project profitability and commercial performance.

Work closely with commercial teams to monitor costs, forecasts, and project outcomes.

Ensure resources are utilised efficiently to maximise project margins.

Identify opportunities for operational and commercial improvement throughout project delivery.

Sustainability & Efficiency

Promote efficient project delivery through effective planning and resource management.

Minimise unnecessary site visits and operational waste.

Encourage the recycling and reuse of materials wherever practical.

Support sustainable construction practices and environmentally responsible project delivery.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).

First Aid qualification.

NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent health and safety qualification).

HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Construction Management or a related discipline.

Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior site management, project management, or contracts management role.

Full UK driving licence.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong understanding of construction and infrastructure project delivery.

Knowledge of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety requirements.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management systems.

Strong leadership, planning, organisational, and resource management skills.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and project specifications.

Commercially aware with experience managing project budgets and profitability.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Results-driven with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Personal Attributes

Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

Commercially minded with a focus on business success.

Professional, diplomatic, and team-oriented.

Honest, reliable, and trustworthy.

Committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Customer-focused and motivated by achieving successful outcomes.

Professional and presentable at all times