Project Manager – Main/Principal Contractor
Type: Permanent / Full-time
About the Company
Our client is a leading principal contractor with a strong portfolio across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality projects from structural works through to fit-out, maintaining excellent standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects from inception through to completion. Projects typically start with structural works and progress through to fit-out, so the ideal candidate will be capable of managing all construction phases.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all phases of a construction project from structural works to fit-out.
* Oversee structural alterations, temporary works, steel installations, below-ground drainage, new slabs, and the building envelope.
* Manage and coordinate subcontractors and internal teams to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to budget.
* Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and quality standards across all project stages.
* Maintain regular communication with clients, consultants, and senior management.
* Identify risks and issues early, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Person Specification:
* Proven experience as a Project Manager on large-scale projects involving structural works and fit-out.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
* Excellent knowledge of construction processes, including temporary works, steel installation, and below-ground services.
* Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Proactive, hands-on, and capable of driving projects from start to finish.
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., degree in Construction Management, Chartered status, or equivalent) preferred.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile projects from structural works through to completion
* Supportive, collaborative work environment with genuine career progression