Project Manager

About the Role

Due to continued growth in the Northwest region, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking to appoint a Project Manager to strengthen our project management team. We have 2 offices in the region, located in central Manchester and Bolton respectively. The successful candidate could potentially work out of either office to suit their convenience. The role offers great opportunities for career development within a growing business, as well as exposure to pre-construction, development management and delivery stage PM services. Applications are welcomed from candidates with a strong foundation of project management experience within a consultancy or client-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of planning, procurement, coordination, and consultant inputs to ensure quality delivery.
• Leading meetings, site coordination, and project documentation across assigned workstreams.
• Monitoring programme and cost performance, identifying deviations, and supporting corrective actions.
• Tracking project risks, opportunities, and commercial factors, and escalating issues when required.
• Resolving conflicts, addressing challenges, and mitigating delays to keep projects on track.
• Preparing project reports, updates, and records using [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] systems and templates.
• Maintaining clear, responsive communication with clients and delivery partners.
• Managing client expectations to support satisfaction and build strong, trusted relationships.
• Collaborating with project teams to support performance, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Managing project risk, safety, and compliance practices in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] standards.
• Contributing to proposals, sector initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

About You

• Several years of post-qualification experience delivering construction related projects in a client-side or consulting environment. This role is NOT suitable for Project Managers looking to transition from other industries such as IT, marketing or finance.
• A tertiary qualification in a field relevant to shaping or delivering projects in the built environment, such as 'Construction Project Management' or similar.
• Project management experience within the built environment. Exposure to residential, retail, commercial, healthcare, leisure and/or industrial sectors would be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end project lifecycles, including procurement, design coordination, delivery, and contract administration.
• Curiosity and adaptability to work across sectors, secondments, and different delivery contexts.
• Proficiency with digital tools to support reporting, tracking, and documentation.
• Known reputation for high-quality work and a collaborative, effective working style.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in agile environments and contributing to cross-functional teams.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has a 130-year heritage dating back to 1890 when Henry Riley Esq first established a quantity surveying practice in London. Now, in the 21st century, we define and pioneer a new way of helping clients drive greater value and impact from their built assets. We provide expert strategic, commercial and operations advice; project and cost management; carbon advice; and dispute resolution. Our values: We win together, We own it always, We focus on what matters, We are curious.

Additional Information

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from candidates interested in flexible working. We provide hybrid working as standard practice. Please contact [contact hidden] if you require any adjustments. No Agencies Please.