White Horse Employment are working exclusively with a leading organisation within the construction and environmental build sector, they are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Project Manager. This role sits within a specialist build division delivering a range of construction, environmental improvement and nature-based infrastructure projects across the UK.
The position requires a strong balance of project leadership, commercial management, contract oversight, team development and delivery excellence across Safety, Quality, Time and Commercial (SQTC) standards. You’ll drive high-performing project teams, ensure robust commercial outcomes, and support the delivery of sustainable, nature-based solutions that promote biodiversity, resilience and environmental innovation.
Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction
* Lead project planning and support contract negotiations during pre-contract stages.
* Oversee full project handover from estimating, typically four weeks before delivery.
* Chair weekly internal project reviews (tabletops) and allocate clear project objectives.
* Review all contract and tender documentation.
* Produce accurate financial and commercial forecasts.
* Lead procurement and mobilisation planning, ensuring alignment with tender allowances.
* Develop full project plans incorporating scope, assumptions, deliverables and timelines.
* Identify opportunities to enhance delivery through supply chain strategy, subcontracting, alternative suppliers and safer/more efficient delivery methods.
* Compile project-specific CDM and construction documentation.
* Submit initial project programmes (typically NEC3/4 Clause 32).
* Oversee safe and compliant site mobilisation.
Construction Phase
* Manage delivery to strict Safety, Quality, Time and Commercial standards.
* Lead commercial optimisation, supply chain engagement and client negotiation.
* Ensure project scope is delivered on time and on budget.
* Identify and manage contract changes early, assessing impacts on SQTC.
* Support commercial change management and cost estimation with the QS team.
* Complete monthly forecasting and financial reporting.
* Ensure accurate invoicing and positive cashflow.
* Maintain strong client relationships through weekly progress meetings.
* Build robust supply chain relationships to ensure quality delivery.
* Provide visible leadership to project teams aligned with organisational values.
* Ensure collection of all mandated project data and documentation.
Post-Construction
* Manage safe and efficient demobilisation.
* Upload all project documentation to internal systems.
* Contribute to internal project close-out reviews / lessons learned.
* Ensure smooth client close-out including completion certificates, defect processes and retention.
* Oversee final commercial and financial close with QS support.
Additional Responsibilities
* Support other business units with delivery where required.
* Lead weekly resource allocation for the construction programme.
* Support the Operations Manager in building and sustaining a high-performing division.
Team Leadership
* Lead, mentor and develop Site Managers and Supervisors.
* Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture with clear communication.
* Support succession planning, career development and people growth.
* Assist with resourcing decisions across PAYE and subcontractor teams.
Bids, Tenders & Business Development
* Support estimators with high-quality bid documents, fee proposals and technical responses.
* Contribute to key account management, lead generation and future project pipeline development.
* Build relationships with clients and identify new business opportunities in line with business growth plans.
* Promote services and innovations through events, webinars, and industry platforms.
SQTC – Safety, Quality, Time & Commercial Safety
* Embed a culture where safety is the first priority in every decision.
* Ensure compliance with all safety policies, processes and procedures.
Quality
* Deliver consistently high-quality outputs.
* Ensure compliance with quality and sustainability standards.
* Promote learning, innovation and professional development.
* Hold yourself and others accountable across the full SQTC framework.
Time
* Ensure efficient project and programme delivery.
* Maintain milestones through effective planning and resource management.
* Provide timely reporting and updates.
Commercial
* Support winning new and diverse work streams.
* Meet or exceed project budgets and commercial targets.
* Understand and promote the full range of services to new and existing clients.
Key Working Relationships
* Operations Manager
* Site Managers & Supervisors
* Site Operatives
* Project Administrators
* Other Business Unit Leads
Benefits
This role comes with a strong benefits package typical of the construction and environmental build sector, including:
* Death in Service (2 × salary)
* Vitality Healthcare (personal cover after probation)
* Opportunity to join the LLP (post-probation)
* Pay care
* Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)
* Employee competitions & voucher incentives
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Paid volunteering days
* Company car or car allowance
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme