Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

We are a small and dynamic Central London based consultancy, specialising in capital and development project management. Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager with 5+ years' experience in the construction, development or property consultancy sectors. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading projects from inception through to completion, with particular strength in project planning, programme management, design coordination and planning-stage delivery.

We are looking for someone who is confident managing multidisciplinary design teams, driving project programmes, coordinating stakeholders and developing practical, buildable solutions from the earliest stages of a project. Experience working on refurbishment and new-build developments in a client-side, consultancy or development management environment would be highly advantageous.

As an employer, everything we do is guided by our values: Quality and reliability, proactive and creative, agile and flexible and entrepreneurial and dynamic.

Tasks and responsibilities:  

·      Project Planning, Scheduling & Design Coordination

• Prepare and review detailed project programmes and construction schedules using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Work with design teams in developing buildable, cost-effective design solutions.

    Budgeting, Cost Control & Procurement

• Establish and monitor project budgets; manage cost forecasts and financial performance reporting.
• Assist in preparing tender and bid documents; lead procurement of consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Undertake contract administration, including variations, change control, and payment certifications.
• Support the preparation and submission of funding applications and AMR tender bids.

 Stakeholder & Client Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders including client teams, consultants, contractors, and local authorities.
• Ensure project information is communicated clearly and unambiguously to all parties.
• Proactively assist and manage reporting to stakeholders, including meeting minutes, project updates, and progress reports.
• Actively develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders to generate business opportunities for AMR.

   Site Execution & Quality Control

• Conduct regular site visits before, during, and after construction to monitor progress and compliance.
• Follow up on construction works and oversee site quality control to ensure alignment with plans and specifications.
• Ensure health and safety regulations and CDM requirements are fully adhered to.
• Manage construction risks, respond to site issues, and oversee practical completion and handover.

·      Governance, Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all project activities and decisions.
• Maintain well-organised project files in accordance with AMR’s folder structure and protocols.
• Support continuous improvement by conducting project close-out reviews and implementing lessons learned.

Key skills required:

·      Proactive, and autonomous working;

·      Ensure client satisfaction at all times: excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required;

·      Team building and supportive attitude;

·      Planning and managing of personal and company tasks. 

·      IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, Teams; AutoCAD and others.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants should meet the following criteria:

1.    Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

2.    Be based in London or within commuting distance to Central London;

3.    Hold a project management, construction or built environment related degree

What you can expect from us:

·      Salary between £46k-58k and bonus scheme

·      A generous company pension scheme

·      28 days of holiday a year (including bank holidays; increasing with years’ service)

·      Christmas office closure

·      Hybrid work environment

·      Training and development opportunities

·      Private medical insurance

·      Fun work socials

Our company values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.