Project Manager - MEP or pipework utilities contractor biased Circa £60,000 (DOE) £5,000 Car Allowance – negotiable to the right applicant A respected and growing UK contractor is seeking an exceptional Project Manager to join its close-knit, high-performing team. This is an opportunity for a commercially astute Project Manager who thrives on ownership, accountability and delivering multiple projects to exceptional standards. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving profitability and operational excellence across a diverse portfolio of UK-wide projects. The Project Manager Opportunity Working within a dynamic, multi-disciplined environment, the Project Manager will take full lifecycle responsibility for multiple projects from handover through to final account with full accountability for financial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring operational excellence, commercial sharpness and confident stakeholder management. Projects are UK-wide, with site visits typically 1–2 days per week. Key Responsibilities for the Project Manager Project & Commercial Leadership * Managing multiple live projects simultaneously * Full financial accountability for each contract * Monitoring costs and protecting margin * Compiling and submitting applications for payment * Agreeing final accounts with clients, subcontractors and installers * Approving supplier and subcontractor invoices * Liaising with external QS consultants Planning & Compliance * Producing contract-specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) * Preparing and managing programmes of work * Collating certification and QA documentation * Ensuring contractual compliance at all stages Client & Subcontractor Management * Leading site meetings where required * Negotiating and placing subcontract labour orders * Managing internal and subcontract installation teams * Handling variations and change management * Securing priced variation orders to protect programme and margin * Maintaining strong client relationships while maximising profitability Site & Delivery Oversight * Visiting sites for valuation and progress reviews * Ensuring seamless project execution * Proactively identifying and resolving delivery risks About the Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will: * Have experience working for an MEP or pipework utilities contractor * Demonstrate proven success managing multiple construction projects * Be commercially driven with strong financial control capability * Possess strong knowledge of contract variations and cost management * Be highly organised and detail-focused * Communicate confidently with clients, subcontractors and consultants * Be comfortable travelling across the UK Residency ideally within a 45-minute commute of Buckingham (suitable for candidates between North London and Buckingham). Most importantly, this individual will be proactive, solutions-focused and confident in taking ownership