Project Manager jobs Leeds :

Residential development is thriving in Leeds, considered to be an attractive hub for city centre living, according to Deloitte’s 2025 Leeds Crane Survey.   

With a record-breaking number of residential units predicted for completion in 2025 and 2026, the city council says the report reflects Leeds’ ongoing commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth, with significant development happening across the city.  

Significant infrastructure initiatives include the proposed £2.5bn mass transit system, including a tram network connecting Leeds and Bradford.  

It’s an exciting time to be working in the construction industry, where a variety of rewarding positions are on offer, including the all-important project manager role. Becoming a vital linchpin in a construction project team as you oversee the planning and delivery of a scheme from inception to fruition can be hugely rewarding. 

Try matching your skills with project manager roles that are available in Leeds’ built environment, helping schemes in this bustling West Yorkshire city to take off and be a major success. 

Click to take a look at some of the project manager jobs currently on offer in Leeds. 

Project management explained  

Are you a thorough and organised construction professional with a great understanding of timelines, budgets and resource allocation? A project manager could be the perfect role for you.

Successful project managers illustrate impressive leadership skills and technical knowledge as they ensure the success of a building project from start to finish. Adept at spotting potential issues and acting swiftly to tackle them, project managers closely track progress and keep all stakeholders fully informed during the process.

Being adaptable, maintaining high standards so that work is completed on time and within budget, keeping up productivity levels while ensuring a safe working environment are just some of the key aspects of the role.

It might be a demanding and responsible occupation but being involved in a construction project that successfully comes to life is the end result that project managers strive for.

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Project manager consultancy specialists in Leeds 

Our talented team of recruitment specialists at Atkins Search loves nothing better than matching the ideal candidate with their dream job. We’ll advise you on the best roles suited to your skills, guiding you carefully through the application and interview process.

Our team of specialist consultants is led by our Operations Director Laura Belcher. Laura is joined by Principal Consultant Olivia Hartley, who’s expertise with construction consultancies across Yorkshire has cultivated a strong networks within the construction and property sectors. Senior Recruitment Consultant, Laura Palmer also works alongside Laura and Olivia to place construction professionals into reputable construction consultanies.

Division Director, Emma Welsh, heads up the construction team, working alongside Ashleigh Curwood, Emma Buttler and Olivia Johnson partnering closely with Mechanical & Engineering firms, main contractors, and subcontractors across the UK including Derby. Their expertise covers roles from graduate positions through to senior management within the construction sector.

Mayur Ghedia, our Regional Director, covers freelance, contract and temporary appointments across main contracts and subcontractors across the UK, including Leeds. His expertise covers construction roles from Labourers through to Site Managers within the construction sector.

We take the time to understand people’s career ambitions – and are trusted by our construction sector clients in Leeds to find the ideal candidates to join their businesses.

Testimonials

“From the first contact I had with Olivia, everything has been above and beyond my expectations. I’ve been kept in the know every step of the way, and Olivia has offered a professional, personable, and calming presence throughout. The position she helped me obtain is exactly where I want to be, for now and for my future career, and I can’t thank Olivia and Atkins Search for making this opportunity happen for me.” – Project Manager, Construction Consultancy