Location: Greater Manchester
Sector: Residential Construction / Extra Care Developments
Project Values: £15M - £30M
Project Duration: 90 - 150 Weeks
Project Type: New Build Extra Care Developments, Apartments, Brownfield Sites (Low-Rise, up to 6 Storeys)
The Opportunity
An established regional construction contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of major residential and Extra Care developments across Greater Manchester. This role will take full responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record managing large-scale residential developments, working closely with commercial teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors to achieve successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery
Lead the day-to-day management of construction projects valued between £15M and £30M.
Manage residential apartment and Extra Care developments from site establishment through to handover.
Take overall responsibility for programme delivery, quality standards, health and safety compliance, and client satisfaction.
Coordinate and manage all site-based teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements and company procedures.
Commercial & Financial Management
Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor to monitor project costs and financial performance.
Support budget management and contribute towards maintaining project profitability.
Assist with procurement strategies and supply chain management.
Determine labour, plant, material, and resource requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project expenditure and identify opportunities to improve efficiencies.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary point of contact for the client throughout project delivery.
Attend progress meetings and provide regular updates on programme, risk, cost, and quality.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, local authorities, and key stakeholders.
Site Establishment & Planning
Liaise with the Project QS to establish site requirements including:
Site security
Site accommodation
Welfare facilities
Temporary services and utilities
Regularly review and maintain site preliminaries throughout the duration of the project.
Assist the commercial team in developing supply chain requirements, programmes, specifications, and project logistics plans.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Implement and enforce the company's Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all relevant construction legislation and health & safety regulations.
Prepare, issue, monitor, and regularly update the Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan.
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
Liaise with the Principal Designer and client Health & Safety representatives.
Promote a positive health and safety culture across the project team.
Leadership & Team Management
Lead and motivate site management teams to achieve project objectives.
Manage Senior Site Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractor teams.
Drive high standards of workmanship, productivity, and site organisation.
Mentor and develop team members where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications & Certifications
NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management (or equivalent)
SMSTS
CSCS Black Card
First Aid at Work
Fire Marshal Certification
OND / ONC, HNC or HND in Construction or a related discipline
Essential Experience
Minimum 15 years' construction management experience at Senior Site Manager and/or Project Manager level.
Proven experience delivering residential apartment developments and large-scale housing schemes.
Strong background managing projects valued between £15M and £30M.
Experience leading construction teams, subcontractors, consultants, and stakeholders on complex projects.
Excellent commercial awareness and financial management experience.
Strong client-facing skills with experience managing key client relationships.
Experience on brownfield developments.
Excellent IT and reporting capabilities.
Personal Attributes
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Commercially astute with a proactive approach to problem solving.
Organised and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Results-driven with a focus on quality, safety, and programme delivery
Salary description
£70000.00 - £70000.00 per year