Project Manager

Project Manager - Residential Apartments Location: High Wycombe Salary: Up to £90,000 + package Project: £15m private residential apartment scheme

A well-established regional main contractor based in Berkshire is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new £15m private residential apartment scheme in High Wycombe. The project comprises a 5/6-storey concrete frame residential block, delivering high-quality private apartments. This is a key role for someone who is confident taking ownership of a live construction project as the site lead, with responsibility for the programme, site team, subcontractors, quality, health & safety and client reporting. The contractor has built a strong reputation across the South and Thames Valley region, delivering a varied portfolio of projects across residential, education, healthcare, commercial, leisure, heritage, refurbishment and new build schemes. They are a well-structured business with a strong regional presence, long-standing client relationships and a healthy pipeline of secured work.

The Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the scheme from site delivery through to completion, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required standard. You will be managing the site team and supply chain, working closely with the commercial team, design team, consultants and client representatives. Key responsibilities will include:

Taking overall responsibility for the delivery of a £15m residential apartment scheme

Managing the day-to-day site operations, programme and subcontractor performance

Leading site meetings and maintaining clear communication with all project stakeholders

Overseeing works on a concrete frame residential block of circa 5/6 storeys

Driving quality, health & safety and site presentation across the project

Working closely with the commercial team on cost control, variations and forecasting

Managing design coordination, technical queries and buildability issues

Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specification and programme

Producing regular project updates and reporting into senior management

Maintaining strong relationships with the client, consultants and supply chain

Leading by example and creating a well-organised, positive site environment

The Candidate The client is looking for a Project Manager with a strong main contracting background and proven experience delivering residential or mixed-use schemes. You will ideally have:

Previous experience as a Project Manager leading projects as the No.1

Experience delivering projects of around £10m-£15m+

Residential apartment experience, ideally private residential or mixed-use

Strong understanding of concrete frame construction

Experience managing multi-storey schemes

Good technical, programme and commercial awareness

Strong client-facing and communication skills

Ability to manage subcontractors, site teams and consultants effectively

A proactive and organised approach to project delivery

Main contractor experience is preferred

This role could suit an experienced Project Manager or a strong Senior Site Manager who has already taken ownership of major packages or led schemes and is ready to step into a full Project Manager position.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £90,000

Car allowance / company car

Pension and benefits package

Opportunity to lead a £15m residential scheme

Long-term pipeline of regional work

Supportive senior management team

Chance to join a respected regional contractor with a strong reputation for quality delivery

If you'd like to talk this role through, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential conversation.

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