Senior Project Manager

London Source: WhatJobs

£73,000–£98,000

A leading structural steel specialist is currently looking for a permanent, full-time Senior Project Manager in London, reporting to the UK Construction Director. The role oversees structural steel installation projects from planning through to completion, managing timelines, budgets, safety, subcontractors, contractual obligations and client communications, with the opportunity to progress into more advanced positions within the company.
Start Date: February 2027
Salary: £85,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London

Plan and coordinate the project team to oversee all aspects of structural steel installation projects
Manage and deliver project timelines, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are met on programme
Lead with clearly communicated lookahead plans, cascaded to both the project team and site team
Visual planning through model and 2D drawing mark-ups
Organise trades well in advance of mobilising
Coordinate with clients, engineers, designers and site personnel to ensure clear communication and project alignment
Lead and coordinate project documentation, including contracts, schedules, work packages, RFIs and change orders
Lead the project team through constructability and method statements to align internal stakeholders
Monitor project costs, budgets and financial forecasts
Lead site meetings and report on progress to stakeholders, both internally and to the client
Ensure all internal and external project reporting is completed as per project requirements
Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance across all sites through the project team
Oversee quality control, ensuring work is completed to specifications and standards, including project handover
Manage subcontractors and suppliers to meet deadlines and quality expectations
Resolve site issues and technical challenges promptly, working through problems with the client and project team via Teams calls and direct contact
Support the commercial team on scope items
Act as the link between the project and the workshop team
Maintain detailed daily and weekly records and project documentation
Be the project lead with a continuous and reliable presence on site
Review and manage ITPs
Ensure O&M manuals and associated handovers are delivered on time

Requirements:

Previous London project experience (Essential)
Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager in structural steel, steel erection or heavy construction
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong record of delivering projects to a high standard
In-depth knowledge of steel construction methods, materials and site operations
Strong understanding of structural drawings, shop drawings and erection plans
Experience with project planning tools such as Asta Project or Primavera P6
Competent in contract administration and financial control, coordinating with the QS
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Proficient with Trimble and Trimble Connect
Proficient with PDF mark-up (Bluebeam) to cascade requirements or constructability
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites
CSCS/SMSTS certification
Reliable and dependable
Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field (Desirable)
NEBOSH or IOSH Health & Safety certification (Desirable)
Familiarity with BIM and steel detailing software such as Tekla Structures (Desirable)
Experience with crane lifts and heavy steel logistics planning (Desirable)