Senior Project Manager

Are you a Senior Project Manager seeking your next career opportunity in Manchester's thriving construction sector?

Atkins Search are recruiting a Senior Project Manager to join an international construction consultancy renowned for delivering first-class service that generates repeat business and client recommendations. This permanent, full-time role is based in Manchester city centre, requiring an experienced professional to join their expanding project management team.

Career Progression Opportunity: If you're currently a Project Manager looking for the next step in your career, your application will also be considered for this Senior Project Manager position.

Join a global leader in construction project management delivering complex, high-value schemes across Greater Manchester and the North West, with excellent transport links and hybrid working options available.

Our client is a global professional services company with over 50 years' experience, specialising in programme management, project management, cost management, and consulting across the real estate and infrastructure sectors. Known for delivering high-value outcomes on complex construction projects, they help clients manage risk, optimise costs, and achieve sustainable performance throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Their Manchester office serves as a regional hub for prestigious construction schemes across the Northwest, working with blue-chip clients and major contractors on landmark developments. The company's core values of collaboration, quality, and empowerment underpin everything they do, from their project delivery approach to client relationships and team interactions.

They are committed to transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world, with a strong focus on sustainable construction practices and environmental responsibility. Their extensive portfolio spans multiple sectors including Education, Healthcare, Retail, Commercial, Defence and Aerospace, Transport, and Hospitality projects across Greater Manchester and beyond.

The practice has built an exceptional reputation for programme management excellence on complex multi-million pound schemes, making this an ideal opportunity for ambitious Senior Project Managers seeking exposure to high-profile construction projects.

As a Senior Project Manager based in Manchester, you'll play a crucial role in delivering prestigious construction schemes with a hands-on approach throughout the complete project lifecycle from inception to completion. You'll work across diverse sectors including Residential, Retail, Leisure, Commercial, Education, Healthcare, and Power infrastructure projects.

This senior project management role offers exceptional variety and responsibility, managing complex construction programmes across Greater Manchester while working with leading architects, contractors, and stakeholders on landmark developments. You'll have the opportunity to influence major construction projects and drive successful outcomes for high-profile clients.

As a Senior Project Manager based in Manchester, your key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic advice at project conception stage, defining overall success criteria including time, cost, technical and performance parameters for major construction schemes
• Programme Management: Lead comprehensive project planning and ongoing management of quality, safety, health, and environmental issues across complex construction projects
• Procurement Oversight: Advise on procurement of resources, contractor selection, and contract management under JCT, NEC, and other standard forms of construction contract
• Team Leadership: Lead cross-functional project teams including architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, and specialist consultants on multi-disciplinary construction projects
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor project performance using KPIs, manage programme schedules, and ensure delivery targets are met across all project phases
• Financial Management: Monitor and advise on project finances, budget control, cost reporting, and value engineering to optimise project outcomes
• Business Development: Take responsibility for business development activities including cross-selling opportunities and client relationship management
• Client Interface: Attend client meetings, provide regular project updates, and report to Associate Directors on project progress and strategic issues
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring successful project delivery
• Stakeholder Coordination: Manage relationships with local authorities, planning departments, and regulatory bodies across Greater Manchester

To be successful as a Senior Project Manager in Manchester, you will align with our requirements and bring:

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar senior project management role within the construction environment, ideally with consultancy experience
• Degree qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or other relevant construction-related discipline
• Extensive experience managing diverse construction projects across multiple sectors (Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Education)
• Strong track record of successful project delivery from inception to completion on complex construction schemes

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Comprehensive understanding of construction processes, procurement methods, and contract administration
• Experience with project management software (MS Project, Primavera P6) and construction planning tools
• Knowledge of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and experience in contract administration
• Understanding of CDM regulations, health and safety legislation, and construction compliance requirements

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional client-facing skills with ability to engage effectively with project stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to deal with complex issues appropriately and constructively whilst maintaining positive client relationships
• Proactive, positive attitude with confidence communicating at board level and with senior executives
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple complex workloads with appropriate supervision
• Natural leader with experience motivating and directing multidisciplinary project teams

Desirable Qualifications:

• Chartered status with relevant professional institutions (RICS, APM, ICE, CIOB)
• Prince2, APM, or PMP project management qualifications
• Experience with BIM processes and digital construction technologies
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks and carbon management in construction

This represents an outstanding opportunity to join a global construction consultancy with an impressive project pipeline and strong market presence across Manchester and the North West.

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll have the opportunity to shape major construction projects and influence business performance, with clear scope for career progression to Associate and Partner levels within this expanding international practice.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary: £50,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Car allowance or company vehicle for Greater Manchester and regional travel
• Enhanced pension contribution scheme with employer matching
• Annual bonus scheme linked to individual performance and company profitability
• Flexible working hours with hybrid working options to support work-life balance
• Generous annual leave entitlement (25+ days plus bank holidays) with additional service-related benefits
• Private healthcare including dental and optical coverage for you and your family
• Professional training and development budget including support for chartered status and continuing professional development
• Mileage and expense reimbursement for client visits and site inspections
• Medical insurance and comprehensive health benefits
• Life assurance providing financial security for your family
• International opportunities - chance to work on overseas projects and collaborate with global teams
• Fun, relaxed working environment in modern Manchester city centre offices
• Clear career progression pathway with realistic opportunities to advance to Associate and Partner levels
• Professional membership fees covered (RICS, APM, ICE, CIOB)
• Study leave and qualification support for relevant professional development
• Flexible benefits scheme allowing you to tailor your package to your personal needs

Apply Now: Senior Project Manager Job in Manchester

Ready to advance your project management career with a leading international construction consultancy? Apply today to join this global practice delivering some of Manchester's most prestigious construction projects. We specialise in matching experienced Senior Project Managers with market-leading consultancies offering genuine career progression, professional development, and exceptional project exposure.

Should your application be successful, we will be in touch to send you full details about the company, role and projects, including information about current and future pipeline projects across the North West.

Contact us today to kick-start your dream project management career in Manchester's dynamic construction sector.

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