Project Manager - Refurbishment & Heritage Projects
Salary: £50,000-£55,000 + Car Allowance or Company Car
Location: North West (projects across the UK including North Wales, North East, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds)
Overview
An established construction contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager with strong on ‑ site experience to oversee refurbishment and heritage projects ranging from £200k to £2m. This role suits someone who enjoys managing projects from cradle to grave-estimating, delivery, and commercial oversight-while maintaining a hands ‑ on presence on site.
You’ll join a supportive North West-based team of around ten, working in a hybrid setup with regular office time and nationwide site visits. You will report directly to a senior leader, with additional support from fellow directors and operational colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage multiple live projects (typically up to five at a time) across refurbishment, heritage, structural repair, and specialist works.
* Oversee full project lifecycle: estimating, planning, procurement, delivery, and close ‑ out.
* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
* Handle day ‑ to ‑ day commercial duties, but with a balanced workload (not a commercially heavy role).
* Work with internal teams to manage variations, valuations, and cost control.
* Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
* Maintain a strong on ‑ site presence, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.
* Coordinate subcontractors and site teams.
* Troubleshoot issues and drive solutions proactively.
* Report directly to a senior leader, with interviews conducted by senior management and directors.
* Engage with clients, consultants, and stakeholders professionally.
Project Examples (Typical Workload)
* Shopfront refurbishments
* Listed building works (stone, timber, heritage fabric)
* Structural repairs
* Refurbishment of historic sites
Candidate Profile
* Strong on ‑ site background in refurbishment and/or heritage projects.
* Experience managing projects from start to finish.
* Ability to balance operational and commercial responsibilities.
* Comfortable travelling across the UK as required.
Desirable
* Experience with listed buildings or conservation ‑ focused work.
* Previous exposure to projects between £200k-£2m.
* Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
What's on Offer
* £50,000-£55,000 salary (dependent on experience)
* Car allowance or company car
* Hybrid working with office base in the North West
* Supportive leadership and development opportunities
* Exposure to varied and interesting heritage and refurbishment projects
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