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Project Manager

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 350 - 400 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Faringdon, Oxfordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of a £16 million new build school project with approximately 12 months remaining. This is an opportunity to work with a highly respected Tier 1 main contractor, known for delivering complex public-sector buildings and major social infrastructure across education, healthcare, custodial, and community sectors. They are recognised for their focus on innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and long-term client partnerships.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of a major education scheme, managing the project from current stage through to completion. This includes leadership of onsite teams, programme management, client liaison, technical coordination, and ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.

This role requires someone with a proven background in school construction, ideally with Tier 1 experience on large, structured projects.

Key Responsibilities

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    Lead the project team on a live £16m education development, ensuring the build progresses to schedule and specification.

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    Oversee programme management, resource planning, financial tracking, and progress reporting.

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    Manage design coordination, technical reviews, and stakeholder communication.

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    Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, safeguarding, and construction regulations.

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    Drive quality standards, sign-off processes, and project delivery excellence.

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    Build strong relationships with the client, consultants, and supply chain partners.

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    Lead risk management, issue resolution, and mitigation planning.

Requirements

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    Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager with a Tier 1 main contractor.

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    Strong track record delivering new build schools or large education projects.

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    Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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    Ability to manage design, commercial, and operational aspects of a major construction scheme.

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    Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Management level), and First Aid certifications.

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    Enhanced DBS required (or willingness to obtain before starting)

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