Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a complex £130M student accommodation scheme near Farringdon, London. This role is with a Tier 2 Main Contractor known for delivering large-scale residential RC frame projects, hotels, and student accommodations. This project involves extensive cut and carve elements, and with a fixed price and program, the position demands rigorous time and cost management.
The project, currently in the £12M enabling works phase, requires a proactive, detail-oriented manager who can thrive under tight deadlines and oversee all phases of construction from early works to final handover.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Leadership: Manage all project phases, from enabling works through completion, ensuring adherence to tight timelines and budget constraints.
* Cut and Carve Oversight: Oversee complex cut and carve operations, effectively managing subcontractors and site teams.
* Program and Budget Management: Execute the project on a fixed program and budget, identifying risks early, implementing mitigation strategies, and keeping stakeholders updated.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure all works meet the highest standards, coordinating quality checks and inspections throughout the project lifecycle.
* Client Liaison: Maintain strong, transparent relationships with the client, providing regular progress updates and addressing any concerns proactively.
* Health & Safety Compliance: Uphold all safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory standards.
* Team Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project milestones on time and to a high standard.
Requirements:
* Proven experience managing large-scale residential or student accommodation projects (RC frame experience preferred).
* Demonstrated ability to deliver projects under fixed price and program constraints.
* Expertise in cut and carve works and complex construction schemes.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality assurance procedures