Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Capital Projects

South London Borough
Initial 3 months
£450 - £500 per day
Outside IR35
You must be able to be onsite 2-3 days per week

CV's are being reviewed immediatelyand interviews will be taking place 27th June.

Reporting onto the Programme Manager for Capital Projects, you will be responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams and manage contractors to deliver capital projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality. The Capital projects will include school condition workssuch asroof replacements, boiler and ASHP upgrades, anddecarbonisation initiatives.

Our client is looking for someone who is able to clearly demonstrate and articulate the scope, methodology, timeline, and outcomes of projects you have led, including the processes followed and key deliverables achieved.

Your role as a Senior Project Manager:

• Oversee a programme of low to medium complexity projects, identifying opportunities for efficiency and innovation.
• Manage procurement processes for consultants and contractors, including tendering and contract administration.
• Ensure robust design and risk management practices are in place throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including councillors and planning authorities.
• Provide mentorship to junior project staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Your previous experience as a Senior Project Manager:

• Substantial experiencein managing capital construction projects within alocal authority.
• Proven background inrefurbishment, rebuilding, roofing, and mechanical upgrades(e.g., boilers, ASHPs).
• Decarbonisation project experienceis highly desirable.
• Strong procurement knowledge, particularly inconsultancy and contractor appointment.
• Demonstrable experience indesign coordination and risk management.
• A collaborative team player who canhit the ground runningand deliver results from day one.
• Ability to clearly articulate project outcomes, personal contributions, and thevalue delivered.
• Strong project management credentials -APM or PRINCE2preferred.

If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, pleasecontact Josie Main or Nikki Smith on orapply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process