Project Manager – Complex Cut & Carve Projects
Location: Central London
Contract: Permanent
Rate: Up to £425 per day (depending on experience)
Red Sky Personnel is partnering with a well-established and growing main contractor that specialises in delivering technically complex refurbishment and structural reconfiguration schemes across London. They are now seeking a Project Manager with strong experience in cut and carve construction to lead high-profile central London projects.
About the Role
This is a hands-on role managing heavy structural alteration projects, including demolition, reconfiguration, temporary works, and build-back phases. These projects often involve working within constrained, live environments and require careful sequencing and coordination with structural engineers, design teams, and subcontractors. You will play a key role in ensuring safety, programme, quality, and commercial objectives are met.
Key Responsibilities
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Managing cut and carve projects from pre-construction through to handover
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Overseeing complex demolition, retention systems, new steelwork, slab removals, and RC elements
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Ensuring temporary works are properly designed, coordinated, and implemented
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Working closely with engineers, architects, and specialist subcontractors to ensure correct sequencing
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Leading project teams to maintain programme, manage risk, and solve on-site challenges
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Ensuring all health and safety protocols and temporary works procedures are fully adhered to
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Maintaining excellent communication with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle
Requirements
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Proven experience delivering structural alteration, cut and carve, or heavy refurbishment projects
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Strong understanding of temporary works coordination and structural sequencing
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Demonstrated ability to manage complex inner-city construction environments
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SMSTS, CSCS (Black or White), First Aid essential
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Temporary Works Coordinator certification highly desirable
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Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
What’s on Offer
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Competitive day rate of up to £425 (depending on experience) – Ltd, PAYE, or Umbrella options available
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Opportunity to work on some of London’s most challenging and rewarding refurbishment schemes
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Autonomy in a delivery-focused role with a supportive senior management team
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Long-term pipeline of work and genuine opportunity for progression
To apply, please submit your CV via the advert or contact Rachel Marrey directly for a confidential conversation. You can also connect on LinkedIn to discuss the role in more detail