Senior Project Manager

Client information

Our client is a leading Tier 1 construction contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK. They are currently delivering a major Ministry of Defence (MoD) project in Gloucester, requiring high standards of safety, compliance, and technical excellence across all building services.

Senior Project Manager – Building Services roles and responsibilities

* Lead and manage all mechanical & electrical (M&E) services across a major MoD construction project.
* Oversee the Building Services function, ensuring high-quality, compliant delivery across all stages of the project lifecycle.
* Manage and mentor building services teams, promoting a strong safety and performance culture.
* Drive improvements in commissioning, handover processes, and overall M&E delivery strategy.
* Coordinate with commercial teams on cost control, value engineering, and subcontractor performance.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and supply chain stakeholders.
* Contribute to executive-level reporting and support recruitment and development of talent within the team.
* Promote an Incident and Injury Free culture and contribute to SHELT (Safety, Health & Environmental Leadership Team).

Senior Project Manager – Building Services requirements

* Degree or equivalent in Building Services, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (HNC/HND considered).
* Appropriate CSCS card and ideally professional membership (CIOB, RICS, CIBSE or similar).
* Proven experience delivering large-scale construction projects (£30m+), ideally within a main contractor environment.
* Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development skills.
* Solid understanding of construction methodology, design management, and project delivery.
* Experience working on high-spec projects (e.g. BREEAM, NABERS) is desirable.
* Must be eligible for UK security clearance due to the nature of the project.

Senior Project Manager – Building Services benefits

* Salary £95,000 with car allowance.
* Up to 10% employer pension contribution.
* Private medical insurance and life assurance.
* 25 days annual leave plus option to buy/sell additional days.
* Additional wellbeing leave and full wellbeing support package.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with access to therapy and coaching.
* Discounted gym membership and enhanced parental leave