Job Description
Project Manager - Berkshire
Project Manager - BerkshireSalary: £62,000 - £74,000 + Car AllowanceLocation: BerkshireSector: Education | Commercial | Leisure | Healthcare |IndustrialType: New Build & Refurbishment Projects (Value: £2m-£8m+)About the RoleWe are working in partnership with a well-established regional building contractor to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead a variety of new build and refurbishment schemes across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, and surrounding counties.Projects typically range between £2 Million and £8 Million, spanning a diverse portfolio of sectors including education, commercial, leisure, healthcare, and industrial. You will take full ownership of projects from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring safe delivery, technical excellence, and strong commercial outcomes.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable contractor with a strong regional presence, a healthy pipeline of work, and a supportive senior leadership team.Project Delivery
* Lead projects through all phases: pre-construction, delivery, and handover.
* Coordinate design consultants and ensure technical information is managed effectively.
* Oversee daily site operations, ensuring programme, cost, and quality standards are met.
* Act as the principal point of contact for clients throughout the project duration.
Commercial & Contract Management
* Take responsibility for project budgets, cost reporting, and contractual obligations.
* Work closely with commercial teams to ensure projects achieve agreed financial targets.
* Manage risk, identify issues early, and implement mitigation strategies.
Leadership & Team Development
* Provide clear leadership to site teams, subcontractors, and consultants.
* Promote a proactive and collaborative site culture, with a strong focus on safety.
* Mentor and support junior team members as part of wider team development.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience delivering new build and refurbishment projects for a main contractor.
* Strong understanding of sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, leisure, or industrial.
* Demonstrable leadership skills with the ability to drive project performance.
* Commercially aware, with experience of JCT or NEC forms of contract.
* Capable of leading projects of varying complexity and value.
* Relevant construction-related degree or professional qualification
Salary & Benefits
* £68,000 - £72,000 (experience dependent)
* Car allowance
* Annual performance bonus
* Company pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
How to ApplyIf you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at Hays for a confidential discussion. # 4771423