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