Project Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor – Cambridge
Location: Cambridge, CB3
Salary: £90,000 – £100,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Main Contracting / Commercial Construction
Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are currently working with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join their team on a major commercial construction project in Cambridge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering large-scale commercial building projects for a Tier 1 or leading Tier 2 main contractor.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the project through its key construction phases, overseeing site delivery teams, subcontractors, programme, quality and overall project performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for the successful delivery of a major commercial construction project.
- Manage and coordinate site management teams, subcontractors and specialist packages.
- Oversee construction programmes, project milestones and delivery targets.
- Work closely with the Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyors and Design Management team.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
- Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health and safety, quality and environmental standards.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential delays and implement corrective measures.
- Lead regular site meetings, progress reviews and subcontractor coordination.
- Ensure successful project completion and handover.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Project Manager working for a Tier 1 or established Tier 2 Main Contractor.
- Strong commercial construction experience is essential.
- Demonstrable track record delivering large-scale new-build commercial projects.
- Experience managing multiple subcontractors and construction packages.
- Strong understanding of construction programmes, procurement and project delivery.
- Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills.
- Commercial awareness and experience working alongside Quantity Surveying teams.
- SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred.
- Relevant construction management qualification or equivalent experience.
Candidates from commercial offices, education, healthcare, life sciences, research facilities or other major building projects will be considered.
Please note: This position requires main contracting experience within commercial building construction. Applicants with solely residential development, groundworks or civil engineering backgrounds will not be suitable.
Salary & Benefits
- £90,000 – £100,000 basic salary
- Permanent position with a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor.
- Major commercial construction project in Cambridge.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with an established and experienced project delivery team.
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