Project Manager
hace 5 días
London
Job Title: Project Manager – 32-Storey Student Accommodation Scheme Location: Acton, West London Company: Tier 1 Main Contractor Project Value: Major High-Rise Residential / PBSA Development Reporting To: Project Director / Operations Director Role Overview A leading Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a 32-storey Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development in Acton, West London. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery of the project, managing multidisciplinary teams through all phases of construction from mobilisation through to completion and handover. The scheme involves high-rise concrete frame construction with complex façade, MEP integration, and high-quality internal fit-out, requiring strong leadership, programme control, and stakeholder management skills. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership • Take full ownership of the planning, coordination, and execution of the 32-storey student accommodation scheme., • Lead and manage the site management team, including Construction Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and support staff., • Ensure the project is delivered in accordance with programme, budget, quality, and safety targets., • Report regularly to the Project Director and senior leadership on progress, risks, and performance. Programme & Delivery • Develop, manage, and maintain the master construction programme., • Coordinate sequencing of RC frame, façade installation, MEP services, and internal fit-out., • Identify programme risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain delivery milestones., • Ensure effective interface management between subcontractors and trade packages. Commercial & Contract Management • Work closely with the Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor to control costs and manage procurement strategies., • Monitor project financial performance including cost reporting, variations, and change control., • Ensure subcontractor packages are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations. Health, Safety & Compliance • Champion a zero-harm safety culture across the site., • Ensure compliance with UK construction regulations, CDM requirements, and company safety procedures., • Oversee site inspections, audits, and risk assessments. Quality Assurance • Maintain strict adherence to quality standards and inspection regimes., • Oversee defect management, commissioning, and handover procedures., • Ensure the completed building meets client specifications and building regulations. Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary interface with the client, consultants, and local stakeholders., • Lead coordination with architects, engineers, and specialist consultants., • Manage relationships with local authorities, statutory bodies, and utilities where required. Candidate Requirements Essential Experience • Proven experience delivering large-scale high-rise residential or PBSA developments., • Track record of managing projects £80m+ in value for a main contractor., • Experience with reinforced concrete frame structures and high-rise construction., • Strong understanding of construction sequencing for towers exceeding 25 storeys. Qualifications • Degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline., • Professional membership (or working towards) such as MCIOB, RICS, or ICE., • Valid SMSTS and CSCS certification. Skills & Competencies • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent programme and risk management capabilities., • High level of commercial awareness., • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • Ability to manage complex, fast-paced construction environments. Desirable Experience • Experience delivering student accommodation or build-to-rent developments., • Familiarity with West London planning and logistics constraints., • Experience on city-centre or constrained urban sites. What We Offer • Opportunity to lead a landmark high-rise development in West London., • Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package., • Long-term career development within a Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of major London projects., • Collaborative and high-performing project team environment. If you’d like, I can also help you: • Turn this into a LinkedIn job advert (more concise and candidate-attractive), • Adapt it into a formal internal job specification, • Add salary bands typical for London Tier 1 PM roles (£95k–£120k + package).