Project Manager
We’re excited to be supporting a newly established, regeneration-focused Construction Consultancy in Manchester as they continue to grow. We’re looking for a talented Project Manager to join their expanding team.
This is a dynamic business with an excellent culture, sustainable growth plans, cutting-edge systems and software and a genuinely flexible working policy. It’s an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy at an early stage of their journey.
Role Overview
As a Project Manager, you will support the delivery of construction projects from inception through to completion. You will work collaboratively with a diverse team of construction professionals and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead or support the delivery of projects across RIBA Stages 1-6, from inception to completion.
* Define project scopes, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
* Manage multiple projects and moving parts simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
* Coordinate design teams, stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers effectively.
* Prepare and maintain project programmes, reports, and documentation.
* Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk registers.
* Ensure compliance with quality standards, procurement protocols, and governance frameworks (e.g., NEC, JCT).
* Guide project team members to ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and guidelines.
* Conduct lessons-learned reviews and implement improvements across current and future projects.
* Identify, monitor, and report on project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a primary point of contact.
* Mentor and support junior colleagues in project delivery and development.
* Promote and enforce Health & Safety best practice, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 regulations.
* Contribute to business development initiatives and support client relationship growth.
About You
* A solid background in Project Management within a consultancy environment.
* Experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle across one or more sectors.
* Confident working with stakeholders at all levels.
* Strong organisational and communication skills, with confidence in a client-facing environment.
* Able to manage multiple moving parts without breaking a sweat.
* Working towards, or ideally holding, professional accreditation (APM, MRICS, MAPM, CIOB, or equivalent).
* Experience across RIBA Stages 1-6.
* Knowledge of internal project management systems and processes.
* Understanding of CDM regulations and construction Health & Safety best practices.
* Proactive, collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous learning